IRCC Conducts Latest Express Entry Draw for Canadian Experience Class

Shiwangi Srivastava
[Published 29 Oct, 2025 | 05:40 AM]
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its 45th Express Entry draw on October 28, 2025. This is the 11th CEC-specific draw of the year. In the latest Express Entry draw, IRCC is only eligible to invite candidates with Canadian work experience.

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However, the CEC category remains one of the most demanding immigration pathways for skilled candidates with 1 year of experience in Canada and ready to apply for Canada PR. This draw is for temporary workers seeking to become permanent residents. Canada's main objective is to address labour shortages nationwide.

Result Of the Latest Express Entry Draw

Canada issued the latest Express Entry draw on October 28, 2025, inviting 1000 ITAs for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with a minimum CRS score of 533.

• Draw date: October 28, 2025
• Type of round: Canadian Experience Class
• Number of invitations: 1000
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 533
• Tie-breaking rule: March 21, 2025, at 04:16:27 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.

Express Entry Draw Summary – October 2025

Review the complete breakdown of Canada’s October 2025 immigration draws with detailed insights into ITAs, CRS scores, and program-specific updates. That includes:

Total Invitations Issued by IRCC

Get the latest data on total ITAs issued by IRCC in 2025, covering Express Entry, CEC, PNP, and occupation-specific and other draws. That includes:

Understand About The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of the three main immigration programs managed under Canada’s Express Entry system. It is specifically designed for skilled workers who have already gained work experience in Canada and wish to become permanent residents.

The CEC recognizes the contributions of temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have successfully integrated into the Canadian labour market. Because these individuals are already familiar with Canada’s work culture and lifestyle, they are often seen as ideal candidates for permanent residency.

To qualify under the Canadian Experience Class, applicants must:

• Have at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada within the last three years before applying.
• Meet the required language proficiency levels in English or French (CLB 7 for NOC 0 or A jobs, CLB 5 for NOC B jobs).
• Plan to live outside the province of Quebec (as Quebec has its own immigration system).

Unlike other programs, the CEC does not require proof of settlement funds if the applicant is already working in Canada. This makes it one of the most efficient and straightforward pathways to Canadian permanent residency for those with Canadian work experience.

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Source: canada.ca