mmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a major Express Entry draw under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on December 16, 2025, issuing 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). With a CRS cut-off score of 515, this marks the lowest CRS requirement for CEC candidates in 2025, offering renewed hope to skilled workers already in Canada.
Key Highlights of the Draw
Draw Number: 387
Draw Date: December 16, 2025
Category: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Invitations Issued: 5,000
Minimum CRS Score: 515
Tie-breaking Rule: September 9, 2025, at 18:58:59 UTC
Read more about the latest Canada CEC draw
Why This Draw Matters
This draw reinforces Canada’s strategy of retaining temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have already gained valuable Canadian work experience. The lower CRS score significantly improves the chances of qualifying for Canada Permanent Residency (PR) through Express Entry.
Who Is Eligible Under CEC?
To qualify for the Canadian Experience Class, applicants must:
Have at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada (within the last three years)
Work experience must be in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations
Meet language requirements (CLB 7 for TEER 0/1, CLB 5 for TEER 2/3)
Hold a valid Express Entry profile under CEC
No proof of settlement funds required
Final Thoughts
With increasing CEC-specific draws and decreasing CRS scores, candidates with Canadian work experience have a strong pathway to permanent residence in 2025. If you’re already working in Canada, now is the perfect time to assess your eligibility and prepare your PR application.
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