On July 8, 2025, IRCC conducted a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a minimum CRS score of 518. This is the lowest CEC cut-off since September 2024, marking a major opportunity within Canada PR 2025 planning.
📊 Key CEC Draw Details
- Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- ITAs Issued: 3,000
- CRS Cut-off: 518
- Tie-breaker: Profiles submitted before October 2, 2024 at 01:48 UTC
🔍 How This Draw Compares
This draw follows a PNP-focused draw on July 7 (356 ITAs, CRS 750) and maintains the alternating pattern of CEC and PNP rounds seen throughout 2025. Notably, this is the lowest CEC score threshold since September 2024, signaling a more inclusive selection approach.
📅 Express Entry Draw Trends in 2025
- Total ITAs issued this year: 45,201 through mid‑July 2025
- Draw counts by category: PNP (12), CEC (7), French‑language (3), category‑based (e.g. healthcare, education)
🎓 What This Means for Applicants
- If your CRS score is 518 or higher, you may now receive an ITA under the CEC.
- Lowered cut-off increases opportunities for those with Canadian work experience.
- Missing the CEC cut-off? Consider improving CRS or pursuing PNP nomination for an additional 600 points.
🛠️ What You Should Do Now
- Check your Express Entry CRS score and ensure your profile is fully updated.
- Work with a licensed Mississauga immigration consultant to evaluate your chances and identify paths to boost CRS.
- Explore provincial nomination options to maximize your chances before the next Express Entry latest draw.
Book a free assessment today to prepare for Canada PR 2025 under the Express Entry system.