Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the second Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw of 2025 on January 23.
During this draw, IRCC extended invitations to 4,000 candidates to submit applications for permanent residency (PR).
The draw established a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score of 527, which represents a 15-point decrease from the previous CEC-specific draw on January 8, 2025.
This draw follows a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on January 7 and a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw held on January 8. IRCC has expressed its commitment to continue conducting draws for these candidates in the future, as outlined in the "In-Canada Focus" segment of the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan. The immigration department has allocated 82,890 new immigrant landings to Canada for the year 2025 under this initiative.
Details of the Express Entry Draw
Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Number of invitations issued: 4,000
CRS Score: 527
The Canadian Experience Class serves as an essential immigration pathway within the IRCC’s Express Entry framework. It is designed for skilled workers who possess Canadian work experience and facilitates a more efficient process for obtaining permanent residency. The recent Express Entry draw of 2025 underscores the IRCC’s dedication to creating opportunities for skilled workers to secure permanent residency in Canada.
With 4,000 invitations extended and a CRS cutoff decreasing to 527, the competition remains intense, highlighting the importance of candidates improving their profiles. Whether you are already in the candidate pool or considering submitting your profile, staying informed about Express Entry developments and taking proactive steps to enhance your CRS score for a successful outcome is crucial.
Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025
