Canada’s Latest Express Entry Draw: 1,000 ITAs for CEC
Canada’s immigration landscape is evolving, making it a great time for international job seekers to explore opportunities here. Recently, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an important Express Entry draw aimed at candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)—an exciting pathway for those who have gained work experience in Canada.
Latest Express Entry Draw – August 7, 2025
On August 7, 2025, the IRCC conducted its latest draw, issuing 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible CEC candidates. To be considered, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534. This score is a point-based system assessing factors such as your age, education, work experience, and language skills.
Details of the Draw:
- Draw Type: Canadian Experience Class
- Date: August 07, 2025
- Number of ITAs Issued: 1,000
- Minimum CRS Score: 534
- Tie-breaking Rule: August 03, 2025, at 06:22:02 UTC
If you receive an ITA, you’ll have 60 days to submit a full application for permanent residence (PR). Missing this deadline means your invitation will no longer be valid, so it’s vital to act promptly!
Express Entry Trends in 2025
This year has seen a focus on various categories within the Express Entry system. So far, the IRCC has issued a total of 50,628 ITAs across multiple streams. Notably, there has been a strong emphasis on candidates from the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), along with selections for those with skills in healthcare, social services, and French-language proficiency.
Types of Draws in 2025
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 14 |
| Canadian Experience Class | 8 |
| French-language Proficiency | 3 |
| Healthcare and Social Services | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
Understanding the Canadian Experience Class
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a vital stream within the Express Entry program designed for skilled workers with at least a year of Canadian work experience. This pathway is particularly appealing to those who have already made connections here and want to transition to permanent residency.
To qualify, you need to meet specific criteria:
- Work experience in National Occupational Classification (NOC) TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3
- You must have legally worked in Canada as a temporary resident
- If your work was remote, you need to have been physically in Canada, employed by a Canadian company
- A minimum of one year of work experience, equating to 1,560 hours within the last three years
Most candidates also need to demonstrate that they have performed the primary duties outlined in their NOC. This classification system is essential in understanding job roles in Canada, and you can find more details through resources available to help you navigate your options.
If you’re considering working in Canada, our website, VisaJobsCanada.com, can be a valuable resource as it focuses specifically on job opportunities that offer visa sponsorship to international applicants.
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