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Canada 3,000 Invites Work Experience Holders in Latest Express Entry Round

Canada Conducts Major Express Entry Draw Targeting Canadian Work Experience Holders

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    Canada Conducts Major Express Entry Draw Targeting Canadian Work Experience Holders

    In a significant move to boost permanent residency intake through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw held on June 12.

    The draw exclusively targeted candidates with proven Canadian work experience and required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 529. Only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before 6:06 p.m. UTC on September 28, 2024, were considered

    This event is a return to the high-volume CEC draws that were common in previous years, and it reflects renewed attention toward retaining talent already integrated into Canada’s labour market.

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    Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

    Results: Rounds of invitations

    • Number of ITAs: 3,000
    • Date and time of round: June 12, 2025 at 14:06:31 UTC
    • CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 529
    • Tie-breaking rule: September 28, 2024 at 18:06:46 UTC

    If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

    Invitations to apply to the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class and Federal Skilled Trades Program may be issued through this round of invitations.

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    Draw Categories in 2025

    Canada has taken a measured approach this year, targeting individuals who bring in-demand skills or meet specific demographic or geographic criteria. Here’s how the draws break down by category:
    • Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
    • French-language proficiency
    • Healthcare and social services
    • Education-related occupations

    Here is a breakdown by draw category in 2025:

    Draw Type Number of Draws
    Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 10
    Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 5
    French-language proficiency 3
    Healthcare and social services 2
    Education 1
    Canada’s Express Entry draws this year have shown a varied approach. Below is a summary of the most recent draws leading up to June:

    Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

    Below is a snapshot of all Express Entry draws conducted so far this year:
    • Canadian Experience Class (CEC) : 12,850
    • Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) : 4992
    • French language proficiency: 18,500
    • Education Professionals 1,000
    • Healthcare and social services occupations 1,000
    Draw Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Minimum CRS
    351 June 12 CEC 3,000 529
    350 June 10 Provincial Nominee Program 125 784
    349 June 04 Healthcare and social services 500 504
    348 June 02 PNP 277 726
    347 May 13 CEC 500 547
    346 May 12 PNP 511 706
    345 May 02 Healthcare and social Services Occupations 500 510
    344 May 01 Education Professionals 1,000 479
    343 April 28 PNP 421 727
    342 April 14 PNP 825 764
    341 March 21 French language 7,500 379
    340 March 17 PNP 536 736
    339 March 06 French language 4,500 410
    338 March 03 PNP 725 667
    337 February 19 French language 6,500 428
    336 February 17 PNP 646 750
    335 February 05 CEC 4,000 521
    334 February 04 PNP 455 802
    333 January 23 CEC 4,000 527
    332 January 8 CEC 1,350 542
    331 January 7 PNP 471 793

    As of June 10, a total of 35,342 ITAs have been issued through the Express Entry system in 2025.

    Total ITAs in 2025: A Balanced Mix

    With this latest draw, IRCC has now issued 38,342 ITAs under Express Entry so far this year. While Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws continue to dominate numerically, the growing share of CEC invitations points to a renewed focus on transitioning talent already residing in Canada.

    So far in 2025, 38,342 candidates have received ITAs through the Express Entry system.

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    CEC: A Fast-Track Pathway for Canadian Residents

    The Canadian Experience Class has emerged as a key immigration stream for individuals who already possess professional experience within Canada. Tailored for temporary workers and international graduates who’ve built careers and lives in the country, the CEC offers a streamlined route to permanent residency.

    CEC applicants often hold a competitive edge due to:

    • Enhanced CRS scores for having Canadian work experience.
    • Faster processing times, usually within six months.
    • No financial proof requirement, setting them apart from other Express Entry candidates.

    This approach is grounded in evidence that individuals who have already lived and worked in Canada tend to integrate more smoothly into the workforce, often achieving better employment outcomes than newcomers without local experience.

    Current Express Entry Trends and Category Breakdown

    With the latest draw, the healthcare and social services category now joins a growing list of specialized selection categories implemented this year. The distribution of draws in 2025 highlights a more nuanced approach to selecting candidates who meet Canada’s urgent labour and demographic needs.

    Draw Type Number of Draws
    Provincial Nominee Program 7
    French-language proficiency 3
    Canadian Experience Class 3
    Education 1
    Healthcare and social services 1

    A Strategic Move by the New Immigration Leadership

    This June 12 draw is notable not just for its size but also for being the first major CEC draw under the recently appointed Immigration Minister. Analysts suggest that this could signal a renewed emphasis on immigration policies that reward candidates with existing ties to Canada—ties that strengthen communities, reduce settlement risks, and fill critical workforce needs.

    The decision to prioritize CEC candidates also comes amid ongoing labour shortages in several provinces and industries, particularly in healthcare, IT, education, and skilled trades.

    Conclusion: Why Now is the Right Time to Apply

    If you are already working or have recently graduated in Canada, the Canadian Experience Class provides a promising opportunity to make your stay permanent.

    The government’s ongoing commitment to welcoming candidates with domestic experience signals long-term stability in this immigration stream.

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