Canada Invites 3,000 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw – June 26, 2025

Kanwarjit Singh Lall
Jun 26
2 min read

Canada continues to welcome skilled workers with Canadian experience! On June 26, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Express Entry draw, inviting 3,000 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates to apply for permanent residency.

This is the second draw of the week, reinforcing the government's focus on retaining talent already in the country.

What You Need to Know About the June 26 Draw

To receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in this round, candidates had to:

Meet a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 521
Have created their Express Entry profile before 3:56 p.m. UTC on November 21, 2024

This draw specifically targeted CEC candidates, meaning individuals who already have skilled work experience in Canada — a strong signal that the government continues to value those who have contributed to the economy and integrated into Canadian society.

Express Entry Draws in 2025: A Quick Summary

Here’s a breakdown of recent draws this year:

Date	Draw Type	ITAs Issued	CRS Cut-off
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 & Social Services	500	504
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 2	Healthcare & Social Services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479

So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 41,845 ITAs across various categories.

What This Means for Applicants

This draw shows a continued emphasis on Canadian work experience as a valuable factor in immigration. For international graduates, temporary workers, and others already contributing to Canada’s workforce, CEC draws remain a vital pathway to permanent residency.

If your CRS score is close to the cut-off, now is a great time to:

· Update your Express Entry profile

· Recalculate your CRS with any recent changes

· Consult an immigration advisor to explore Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) options or improve your language scores

CEC draws often have lower CRS cut-offs compared to PNP-specific rounds. If you're in Canada and gaining work experience, ensure you're tracking your CRS and Express Entry eligibility closely — the next draw could be yours!Want to know if you’re eligible or how competitive your score is?Contact our certified consultants today for a free profile assessment!

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