By Admin, #OasisVisas 
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has carried out another round of invitations under the Express Entry, focusing on Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. In the latest draw, held on August 8, 2025, a total of 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to skilled workers who already have Canadian work experience.
To be eligible for selection in this draw, candidates needed to meet requirements:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534
- An active Express Entry profile created before 6:22 a.m. (UTC) on August 3, 2025
Latest Draw Details
- Draw Date: August 7, 2025
- Draw Type: Canadian Experience Class
- Number of Invitations: 1,000
- Minimum CRS Score Required: 534
Express Entry Draws List
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS |
| August 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| August 6 | Provincial Nominee Program | 225 | 739 |
| July 22 | Healthcare and social services | 2,000 | 475 |
| July 21 | Provincial Nominee Program | 202 | 788 |
| July 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 518 |
| July 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 356 | 750 |
| June 26 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 521 |
| June 23 | Provincial Nominee Program | 503 | 742 |
| June 12 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 529 |
| June 10 | Provincial Nominee Program | 125 | 784 |
| June 4 | Healthcare and social services | 500 | 504 |
| June 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 277 | 726 |
| May 13 | Canadian Experience Class | 500 | 547 |
| May 12 | Provincial Nominee Program | 511 | 706 |
| May 2 | Healthcare and social services | 500 | 510 |
| May 1 | Education | 1,000 | 479 |
| April 28 | Provincial Nominee Program | 421 | 727 |
| April 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 825 | 764 |
| March 21 | French Language Proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
| March 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
| March 6 | French Language Proficiency | 4,500 | 410 |
| March 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| February 19 | French Language Proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
| February 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
The CEC stream is specifically designed for individuals who have gained valuable work experience in Canada and wish to transition to permanent residency. This pathway is considered one of the fastest routes to PR, as applicants are already familiar with Canada’s work culture and living environment.
This draw marks the second Express Entry round in August, following a healthcare and social services category-based selection draw on July 22, a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on July 21, and another CEC-specific draw on July 8.
With this latest round, IRCC has now issued 50,628 ITAs in 2025. While PNP draws have taken the largest share this year, IRCC has also prioritized invitations for CEC candidates, French-speaking applicants, and individuals in priority occupations such as healthcare, STEM, and trades.
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 14 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 8 |
| French-language proficiency | 3 |
| Healthcare and social services | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
Experts believe that focusing on CEC candidates helps Canada retain talent already integrated into the labour market, supporting economic growth and reducing skills shortages. For applicants, receiving an ITA through CEC means they can bypass some requirements that apply to overseas candidates, making the process more streamlined.
If you are currently working in Canada and meet the CEC eligibility criteria, now is an excellent time to ensure your Express Entry profile is updated. With continued draws targeting CEC candidates, your chances of receiving an invitation may increase in the coming months.