Canada Sends 3,000 Invitations in June CEC Draw — A Game-Changer for Skilled Workers
Hey everyone, I have some exciting news to share for those following Canada’s immigration landscape—especially if you’re in Canada on a work or study permit and have been eyeing permanent residency. On June 12, 2025, IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) conducted a significant Canadian Experience Class (CEC)-specific Express Entry draw, and this one really stood out.
A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in this round. What’s more, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off was 529. That’s 18 points lower than the last CEC draw in May, which had a cut-off of 547. This drop is a strong indicator that IRCC may be ramping up invitations for candidates with Canadian experience—great news for those already working or studying here.
Now, just to give you a bit of perspective, this is the fourth Express Entry draw this month, and the first major CEC-focused one under Canada’s new Immigration Minister. It reflects a continuing trend where Canada is prioritizing in-country candidates—people who are already contributing to the workforce and integrating into society.
To qualify for this draw, candidates needed to have submitted their Express Entry profile before 6:06 p.m. UTC on September 28, 2024. If you made the cut-off and received an ITA—congratulations! You now have 60 days to submit your full application for permanent residence. This includes submitting proof of work experience, language test results, and other required documents.
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Let’s talk briefly about why the CEC pathway is such a big deal. First off, it’s tailor-made for people with at least one year of skilled Canadian work experience within the last three years. This gives temporary workers and former international students a direct route to PR. Another benefit? CEC candidates don’t need to show proof of settlement funds—unlike those applying under other Express Entry categories.
Also, many candidates under the CEC class have an edge when it comes to integration. Research has consistently shown that immigrants with Canadian experience tend to perform better in the labor market. That’s likely due to their familiarity with local workplaces, language proficiency, and the social and professional networks they’ve already built. In some cases, these newcomers even outperform Canadian-born professionals.
As of now, IRCC has issued over 38,000 ITAs in 2025 through Express Entry, with CEC draws making up a notable portion. While PNP (Provincial Nominee Program) draws have led the year in numbers, CEC is clearly holding strong and could see more volume in the coming months.
So, what should you do if you weren’t selected this time? First, don’t get discouraged. Keep your profile updated, continue gaining Canadian work experience, and look for ways to boost your CRS score—like improving your language test results or completing an educational credential assessment if you haven’t already.
This June 12 draw is a reminder that Canada's door remains open to skilled workers already on the ground, contributing to the economy. It’s a hopeful sign that we may continue seeing draws with lower cut-off scores and higher ITA counts in the near future.
If you’ve been waiting for your shot at permanent residency, this is your cue—stay ready. And if you did get an ITA, make sure your application is polished, error-free, and submitted on time.
Canada’s immigration system is clearly signaling that experience here matters—and this CEC draw proves just that.
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