Express Entry Draw Invites 3000 For PR

Express Entry Draw Invites 3000 For PR

On June 26, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency.

IRCC invited all the candidates in the pool under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off of 521 or above.

The CRS cutoff score dropped by 8 points as compared to the previous CEC draw on June 12, 2025.

In this article, we dive into the details of this draw, analyze the CRS score trends, outline how to qualify for the CEC, and provide actionable steps for those who received an ITA.

Whether you’re in the Express Entry pool or planning to apply, this guide will help you navigate the path to Canadian permanent residency.

Full Details of the Express Entry Draw Today

Below are the full details of the Express Entry draw today.

• • Program Targeted: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
  • Date of Draw: June 26, 2025
  • Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
  • CRS Score Cut-Off: 521

• Rank needed: 3,000 or above
• Tie-breaking rule: November 21, 2024 at 15:56:13 UTC

The draw issued 3,000 ITAs, allowing successful candidates to apply for permanent residency.

Today’s CEC draw instills hope, especially for those with Canadian work experience who anticipate a decrease in the cutoff score.

This means that candidates with a CRS score of 521 or higher who entered the pool before this date were eligible for an ITA.

The focus on CEC candidates underscores Canada’s commitment to retaining skilled workers already integrated into the Canadian labour market.

This aligns with the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan, which aims to welcome 124,680 new permanent residents through Express Entry in 2025.

Latest CRS Score Distribution and Comparison

Below is a table summarizing the estimated CRS score distribution in the Express Entry pool as of mid-June 2025, alongside a comparison of CRS cut-offs for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws in 2025.

CRS score range	Number of candidates
601-1200	471
501-600	22,947
451-500	76,748
491-500	13,190
481-490	13,508
471-480	17,358
461-470	17,167
451-460	15,525
401-450	72,235
441-450	14,927
431-440	15,676
421-430	14,273
411-420	14,209
401-410	13,150
351-400	54,237
301-350	21,746
0-300	8,370
Total	256,754

2025 Trends: CEC cut-offs in 2025 range from 521–547, with larger draws (3,000–4,000 ITAs) typically having lower cut-offs (521–529).

Smaller draws, like May 13 (500 ITAs, CRS 547), have higher thresholds.

Impact of Policy Changes: The removal of job offer points in Spring 2025 reduced some candidates’ scores by 50-200 points, shifting the pool’s distribution and emphasizing language proficiency and Canadian work experience.

Category-Based Draws: Lower cut-offs (e.g., 410 for French proficiency on March 7) provide opportunities for candidates with scores below 521 in specific categories.

Candidates with scores below 521 should focus on improving language skills, gaining additional Canadian work experience, or securing a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination to boost their CRS score for future draws.

How to Qualify for the Canadian Experience Class

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of three programs managed under Express Entry, alongside the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).

Designed for skilled workers with Canadian work experience, the CEC is a popular pathway for temporary residents, such as international students and foreign workers, to transition to permanent residency.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Canadian Work Experience: At least one year of skilled work experience (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3) in Canada within the last three years.

This experience must be full-time (30 hours/week) or equivalent part-time work.

Language Proficiency: A minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 7 for TEER 0 or 1 occupations, or CLB 5 for TEER 2 or 3 occupations, in English or French.

Higher CLB scores (e.g., 9 or above) significantly boost your CRS points.

Admissibility: Candidates must be admissible to Canada, meaning no criminal or medical issues that would bar entry.

Express Entry Profile: Create and submit a profile in the Express Entry pool, where your CRS score is calculated based on factors like age, education, work experience, and language skills.

Unlike other Express Entry programs, the CEC does not require proof of settlement funds, making it an attractive option for candidates already living in Canada.

Higher education, such as a Canadian degree or diploma, and additional work experience can further enhance your CRS score, increasing your chances of receiving an ITA.

What to Do After Receiving an ITA

Receiving an ITA is a significant milestone, but acting quickly and accurately is critical to securing permanent residency.

Here’s a step-by-step guide for the 3,000 candidates who received an ITA in the June 26, 2025, draw:

Accept the ITA: Log into your Express Entry profile and accept the invitation within 60 days.

Failing to do so will result in the ITA expiring, requiring you to re-enter the pool.

Gather Documents: Prepare required documents, including:

• • Valid passport

• Language test results (e.g., IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF)
• Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign degrees
• Proof of Canadian work experience (e.g., T4s, pay stubs, reference letters)
• Police certificates and medical exams

Submit Your Application: Complete and submit your permanent residency application online through the IRCC portal.

The application fee is approximately CAD 1,365 per adult (as of 2025).

Monitor Processing: IRCC typically processes CEC applications within six months. Check your application status regularly via your IRCC account.

Prepare for Landing: Upon approval, you’ll receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).

If in Canada, you may complete a virtual landing process; if abroad, you’ll need to enter Canada to activate your status.

All The CEC Express Entry Draws In 2025

The 2025 Express Entry draws have prioritized CEC and PNP candidates, with occasional French-language proficiency and occupation-based draws.

Below is a summary of all CEC-specific draws in 2025, based on available data up to June 26:

• January 8: 1,350 ITAs, CRS 542
• January 23: 4,000 ITAs, CRS 527
• February 5: 4,000 ITAs, CRS 521
• May 13: 500 ITAs, CRS 547
• June 12: 3,000 ITAs, CRS 529
• June 26: 3,000 ITAs, CRS 521

These draws reflect a total of 15,850 ITAs issued to CEC candidates in 2025, with CRS cut-offs ranging from 521 to 547.

The June 26 draw’s CRS score of 521 ties with the February 5 draw as the lowest for CEC this year, indicating a potential trend toward more accessible cut-offs for candidates with scores in the low 500s.

However, smaller draws, like the May 13 round, show IRCC’s flexibility in adjusting draw sizes to manage application backlogs and meet labour market needs.

Today’s Express Entry draw is a golden opportunity for skilled workers in Canada to achieve permanent residency.

With 3,000 ITAs and a CRS cut-off of 521, this draw highlights Canada’s commitment to welcoming talent that contributes to its economy and society.

If IRCC continues with this draw size for CEC candidates, then we can expect the cutoff score to drop near to 500 after 7-8 rounds of invitations.

Whether you received an ITA or are preparing for future draws, strategic planning and persistence are key to calling Canada home.