IRCC Issues 3,000 Invitations to Canadian Experience Class Candidates with Lowest CRS Cut-Off Since September 2024
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has
once again invited thousands of candidates through the Express Entry system,
specifically targeting those under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) stream.
On July 8, 2025, IRCC invited 3,000 CEC candidates
to apply for permanent residence. This draw had a minimum Comprehensive
Ranking System (CRS) score of 518, marking it as the lowest cut-off score
for a CEC draw since September 2024.
To be eligible for this round, candidates must have:
- Had
a minimum CRS score of 518
- Submitted
their Express Entry profile before 1:48 a.m. (UTC) on October 2, 2024
Overview of Express Entry Draws in 2025
Below is a summary of the Express Entry draws conducted so
far in 2025:
|
Date |
Draw Type |
Number of ITAs |
Cut-off CRS Score |
|
July 8 |
Canadian Experience Class |
3,000 |
518 |
|
July 7 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
356 |
750 |
|
June 26 |
Canadian Experience Class |
3,000 |
521 |
|
June 23 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
503 |
742 |
|
June 12 |
Canadian Experience Class |
3,000 |
529 |
|
June 10 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
125 |
784 |
|
June 4 |
Healthcare and Social Services |
500 |
504 |
|
June 2 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
277 |
726 |
|
May 13 |
Canadian Experience Class |
500 |
547 |
|
May 12 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
511 |
706 |
|
May 2 |
Healthcare and Social Services |
500 |
510 |
|
May 1 |
Education |
1,000 |
479 |
|
April 28 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
421 |
727 |
|
April 14 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
825 |
764 |
|
March 21 |
French-Language Proficiency |
7,500 |
379 |
|
March 17 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
536 |
736 |
|
March 6 |
French-Language Proficiency |
4,500 |
410 |
|
March 3 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
725 |
667 |
|
February 19 |
French-Language Proficiency |
6,500 |
428 |
|
February 17 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
646 |
750 |
|
February 5 |
Canadian Experience Class |
4,000 |
521 |
|
February 4 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
455 |
802 |
|
January 23 |
Canadian Experience Class |
4,000 |
527 |
|
January 8 |
Canadian Experience Class |
1,350 |
542 |
|
January 7 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
471 |
793 |
So far in 2025, IRCC has issued a total of 45,201 Invitations to Apply
(ITAs) under the Express Entry system.
Current Trends in Express Entry Draws
Throughout 2025, Express Entry draws have mainly focused on
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, followed by Canadian
Experience Class applicants. IRCC has also held targeted draws for candidates
with French-language proficiency, as well as those working in priority
occupations such as healthcare, social services, and education.
A consistent pattern has emerged where CEC and PNP draws
are held every two weeks, showing a balanced approach between federal and
provincial pathways.
Here’s a breakdown of draw types conducted in 2025 so far:
|
Draw Type |
Number of Draws |
|
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
12 |
|
Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
7 |
|
French-Language Proficiency |
3 |
|
Healthcare and Social Services |
2 |
|
Education |
1 |
What This Means for Express Entry Candidates
The recent drop in the CRS cut-off score to 518 for CEC candidates offers new hope to many who have Canadian work experience. With regular draws being conducted and category-based invitations continuing, candidates are encouraged to keep their Express Entry profiles up to date and stay prepared for upcoming opportunities.
