Canada Invites 1,000 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw – CRS 533

Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) stream, issuing 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The draw, held on October 28, 2025, marks the 375th round of invitations since the Express Entry system was launched.

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an invitation in this round was 533.

Express Entry Draw Details

• Draw Number: #375

• Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

• Date and Time of Round: October 28, 2025, at 13:43:34 UTC

• Number of Invitations Issued: 1,000

• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 533

• Rank Required to Be Invited: 1,000 or above

• Tie-Breaking Rule: March 21, 2025, at 04:16:27 UTC

This means that candidates with a CRS score of 533 or higher who submitted their Express Entry profiles before March 21, 2025, were invited to apply for Canadian permanent residence.

Understanding the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class is one of the most popular Express Entry programs for skilled workers who have gained at least one year of work experience in Canada. It provides a faster and more streamlined pathway to permanent residence for temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have integrated into the Canadian labour market.

Significance of This Draw

This draw highlights IRCC’s ongoing commitment to supporting individuals already contributing to Canada’s economy. The CEC stream helps transition talented temporary residents into permanent status, and strengthening the Canadian workforce.

The CRS cutoff of 533 is relatively moderate compared to recent federal rounds, signaling potential opportunities for more domestic candidates in future draws.

What Candidates Should Do Next

If you currently hold Canadian work experience and meet eligibility requirements for the CEC stream, ensure your Express Entry profile is active and accurate. You can:

• Update your language test results if they have expired.

• Monitor upcoming category-based and CEC-specific draws for new opportunities.

Even a small improvement in your CRS score can significantly boost your chances of receiving an ITA in future rounds.