CANADA INVITES OVER 1,700 CEC AND PNP CANDIDATES IN NEW NOVEMBER 2025 EXPRESS ENTRY DRAWS
Canada Continues Its Targeted Immigration Strategy Through Express Entry
In mid-November 2025, Canada conducted two new rounds of invitations under its Express Entry system, reaffirming its commitment to a strategic, category-based immigration approach. These back-to-back draws targeted candidates with Canadian work experience (CEC) and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates—two groups that play a vital role in meeting national and regional labour market needs.
With both draws occurring within 48 hours, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to accelerate selection for candidates who demonstrate strong economic integration potential. As the Express Entry pool surpasses 245,000 profiles, competition remains high, making targeted rounds like these essential for addressing specific labour shortages across the country.
Key Points From the Recent Draws
1. CEC-Focused Draw – November 12, 2025
Invitations issued: 1,000 ITAs
Round number: #377
Minimum CRS score: 533 points (unchanged from previous CEC draw)
Tie-breaking rule: October 17, 2025, at 03:39:05 UTC
Profiles in the pool: 245,706 as of November 9, 2025
Total ITAs in 2025 (all categories): 83,199
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) continues to be one of the most important pathways for candidates already integrated into the Canadian workforce, especially international graduates and skilled workers with local experience.
2. PNP-Focused Draw – November 10, 2025
Invitations issued: 714 ITAs
Round number: #377
Minimum CRS score: 738 points (23 points lower than previous PNP draw)
Tie-breaking rule: February 22, 2025, at 02:12:01 UTC
Profiles in the pool: 245,706 as of November 9, 2025
Total PNP invitations in 2025: 8,599
Total Express Entry draws in 2025: 47
PNP-targeted draws usually present higher CRS thresholds due to the automatic 600 points granted to provincial nominees. These rounds help provinces select candidates with high potential to fill local economic gaps across sectors like healthcare, construction, transportation, and trades.
Why These Draws Matter for Immigrants
These two draws highlight Canada’s evolving immigration priorities:
✔ CEC candidates remain a cornerstone of economic integration
They already possess Canadian work experience, cultural familiarity, and often education obtained in the country—making them strong long-term contributors to the labour market.
✔ PNP candidates strengthen regional economies
Provincial nominations allow governments to address local shortages and ensure balanced population growth across all provinces, including smaller or rural regions.
✔ Lower cut-off scores signal increased opportunity
Both draws maintained or reduced CRS thresholds, giving more candidates a realistic chance of receiving an invitation.
✔ High volume of yearly invitations shows Canada’s continued demand for talent
With over 83,000 ITAs issued in 2025 so far, Canada remains committed to welcoming skilled newcomers who can contribute to its demographic and economic needs.
Two Strategic Draws Reflect Canada’s Multi-Layered Immigration Needs
The recent CEC and PNP draws confirm that Canada continues to prioritize candidates who bring either Canadian work experience or provincial nominations—two routes that support the country’s long-term economic growth.
As Canada closes the year with sustained invitation numbers and ongoing category-based draws, applicants must ensure strong, competitive Express Entry profiles to maximize their chances.
If you're planning to immigrate through Express Entry, Global Opportunities can help you optimize your CRS score, evaluate PNP options, and prepare a strong profile for upcoming draws.