IRCC Holds CEC-Specific Express Entry Draw, Issues 3,000 ITAs

IRCC Holds CEC-Specific Express Entry Draw, Issues 3,000 ITAs , Express Entry Draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its latest Express Entry draw (#351) on June 12, 2025, targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class. A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in this round, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement of 529. To qualify, candidates needed to have submitted their Express Entry profile before the tie-breaking date of September 28, 2024, at 18:06:46 UTC.

Express Entry Latest Draw: Result

✔️ Invitation Round: #351

✔️ Date of Round: June 12, 2025

✔️ Type of Draw: Canadian Experience Class

✔️ Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000

✔️ CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 529

✔️ Tie-Breaking Rule: September 28, 2024, at 18:06:46 UTC

First Major CEC Draw Under New Immigration Minister

This marks the fourth Express Entry draw of June 2025 and signals a return to high-volume CEC-specific selections, a pattern last seen in early 2024. It also represents the first CEC-focused draw under Canada’s new Immigration Minister, indicating a continued emphasis on fast-tracking permanent residency for skilled workers with Canadian work experience.

Express Entry Trends So Far in 2025

So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 38,342 ITAs through the Express Entry system across multiple draw categories, including Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), French-language proficiency, healthcare occupations, and education. With this latest round, Canadian Experience Class draws now account for five of this year’s invitations, reflecting a balanced approach to immigration that favors both local experience and labor market needs.

Why CEC Candidates Have an Advantage

CEC candidates benefit from faster processing times, often under 6 months, and do not need to show settlement funds, unlike other Express Entry streams. Their Canadian work history, educational background, and existing networks give them a competitive edge, both in terms of CRS scores and integration into the labour market.

Recent Express Entry Draw Activity

The June 12 draw follows smaller PNP and category-based draws earlier this month, including:

 

  • June 10: 125 ITAs (PNP) with a CRS cut-off of 784
  • June 4: 500 ITAs (Healthcare occupations) with a CRS of 504
  • June 2: 277 ITAs (PNP) with a CRS of 726

What to Expect Next in Express Entry

Express Entry continues to be Canada’s fastest and most efficient immigration pathway, particularly for Indians and other skilled professionals. As IRCC advances its Immigration Levels Plan 2025–2027, more frequent CEC and category-based draws are expected to support Canada’s economic and demographic goals.

 

The next Express Entry draw prediction falls around June 17, 2025, as IR

CC maintains a biweekly invitation rhythm. Candidates are advised to keep their profiles updated and monitor CRS trends to improve their chances of receiving an ITA.

Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

Draw Date Number of Invitations CRS Score Draw Type
351 June 12, 2025 3,000 529 Canadian Experience Class
350 June 10, 2025 125 784 Provincial Nominee Program
349 June 04, 2025 500 504 Healthcare and social services occupations
348 June 02, 2025 277 726 Provincial Nominee Program
347 May 13, 2025 500 547 Canadian Experience Class
346 May 12, 2025 511 706 Provincial Nominee Program
345 May 02, 2025 500 510 Healthcare and social services occupations
344 May 01, 2025 1,000 479 Education
343 April 28, 2025 421 727 Provincial Nominee Program
342 April 14, 2025 825 764 Provincial Nominee Program
341 March 21, 2025 7,500 379 French language proficiency
340 March 17, 2025 536 736 Provincial Nominee Program
339 March 6, 2025 4,500 410 French language proficiency
338 March 3, 2025 725 667 Provincial Nominee Program
337 February 19, 2025 6,500 428 French language proficiency
336 February 17, 2025 646 750 Provincial Nominee Program
335 February 5, 2025 4,000 521 Canadian Experience Class
334 February 4, 2025 455 802 Provincial Nominee Program
333 January 23, 2025 4,000 527 Canadian Experience Class
332 January 8, 2025 1,350 542 Canadian Experience Class
331 January 7, 2025 471 793 Provincial Nominee Program

IRCC conducted its latest Express Entry draw (#351) on June 12, 2025, targeting candidates under the CEC. A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs)

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