Canada's first CEC draw of November.
In this latest draw, a total of 400 ITAs were granted specifically for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Candidates needed to achieve a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 547, marking the highest CRS requirement for CEC draws this year. The preceding draw occurred on November 12, which invited 733 candidates through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-aligned process.
This draw represents the second occurrence in November and follows the announcement of Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2025. According to this arrange, IRCC is extraordinary to welcome 124,680 Express Passage candidates in the up and coming year.
Individuals who received an ITA in this draw will be included in the admissions targets for the next year, either through the newly established In-Canada Focus targets for Express Entry candidates or the Federal Economic Priorities category.
The In-Canada focus target aims for 82,980 permanent resident admissions, significantly impacting temporary residents currently residing in Canada. This group constitutes approximately 40% of Canada’s total economic immigration admissions for 2025.
A considerable number of these candidates will be from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Meanwhile, the Federal Economic Priorities target of 41,700 permanent resident admissions will specifically identify candidates from all Express Entry-managed programs. These candidates are deemed by IRCC to be the most suitable for addressing urgent needs in healthcare or trade professions, as well as assisting the department in achieving its demographic goals for French language proficiency among newcomers outside of Quebec.
Express Entry System:
Express Entry is a system designed to manage applications for three key economic immigration programs aimed at individuals seeking permanent residency in Canada: the Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Skilled Specialist Program (FSWP), and the Government Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
Candidates applying through these programs are assessed using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which allocates point scores based on various human capital factors, including age, occupation, language proficiency, education, and work experience.
Additional points may be awarded for factors such as having a sibling residing in Canada, immigrating with a spouse or partner, or possessing a combination of educational and work experience both in Canada and internationally.
Candidates who apply through an enhanced Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream can receive an extra 600 points, significantly increasing their chances of obtaining an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
The cumulative point totals contribute to an overall CRS score, with those achieving the highest scores being the most likely to receive an invitation to apply in forthcoming Express Entry draws, contingent upon their eligibility for the specific draw type or category.
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Express Entry is a system designed to manage applications for three key economic immigration programs aimed at individuals seeking permanent residency in Canada: the Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Skilled Specialist Program (FSWP), and the Government Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
