Canada's latest Express Entry draw under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) issued 400 invitations to apply for permanent residency, requiring a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 539. With a rising number of immigration goals, the IRCC anticipates 124,680 Express Entry applicants next year, including a new in-Canada focus category for CEC candidates. The Express Entry system evaluates candidates based on factors such as age, education, and work experience, prioritizing those with the highest CRS scores.

1. Canada Conducted Latest CEC Draw under
Express Entry
Candidates are encouraged to apply for permanent residency (PR) through the most recent Express
Entry lottery, which was held by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) category, 400 invitations to apply (ITAs) were sent out in this
draw. Candidates had to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 539 in order to
be eligible.
Current Express Entry Draw Trends
The most recent draw comes just after the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on November 18,
when 174 applicants with a minimum CRS score of 816 received invites.
Express Entry lotteries are taking place for the second week in a row, underscoring IRCC's dedication to
accepting skilled immigrants. A total of 1,933 ITAs were given last week in a number of categories,
including as the PNP, CEC, and applicants who speak French.
Increased Immigration Goals for the Upcoming Year
The IRCC's revised Immigration Levels Plan predicts a sharp rise in immigration via the Express Entry
system. Next year, 124,680 Express Entry applicants are expected to arrive in Canada.
Notably, the new In-Canada Focus category will get more than 82,000 admissions. Candidates from the
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and PNP-aligned Express
Entry streams may also fall under this category, which primarily gives preference to CEC candidates.
In addition, 41,700 admissions to permanent residency will be classified as Federal Economic Priorities.
In order to meet the demands of the Canadian labor market, this stream seeks to draw applicants with
experience in in-demand professions and vocations.
Understanding the Express Entry System
The online application management system for Canada's three main economic immigration programs is
called Express Entry:
1. Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
2. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
3. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
The Comprehensive Ranking System is used to assess applicants (CRS). Points are awarded by this
method according on criteria such as:
 Age
 Education

2.  Work experience
 Language skills
 Occupation
Candidates can also earn additional points for:
 Having a sibling in Canada
 Applying with a spouse or partner
 Integrating education and work experience gained in both Canada and other countries
Those nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream receive an extra 600 CRS points,
greatly improving their chances of receiving an ITA.
How ITAs Are Issued?
Candidates with the highest CRS scores are prioritized in future draws, provided they meet the draw-
specific requirements. This merit-based system ensures that the most qualified individuals have the
opportunity to contribute to Canada’s economy and society.
Learn More About Canadian Express Entry
For more details on how the Express Entry system works and to assess your eligibility, visit our page
dedicated to Canada Express Entry. Whether you're a skilled worker or an experienced professional, this
pathway could be your route to a successful future in Canada.