The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new round of invitations on June 12, 2025, targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) through the Express Entry system. This latest draw, officially titled Express Entry Round #351, reflects Canada’s ongoing efforts to retain skilled talent with Canadian work experience.
Key Highlights from the June 12, 2025 Express Entry Draw:
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Total Invitations Issued: 3,000
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Targeted Category: Canadian Experience Class
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Minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score: 529
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Date and Time of Draw: June 12, 2025 at 14:06:31 UTC
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Tie-Breaking Rule: September 28, 2024 at 18:06:46 UTC
This round was conducted under the authority of Ministerial Instructions as outlined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, and applied only to those who met the CEC eligibility criteria. Only candidates ranking within the top 3,000 were selected from the pool.
What This Means for CEC Applicants
The Canadian Experience Class is designed for individuals who have gained skilled work experience in Canada on a temporary status and wish to transition to permanent residence. With a relatively high cut-off score of 529, this draw continues the recent trend of competitiveness within Express Entry selections.
Candidates who received invitations now have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.
Preparing for Future Draws
If you did not receive an invitation in this round, it is important to:
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Keep your Express Entry profile up to date
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Improve your CRS score through language testing, provincial nomination, or education credential improvements
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Consider alternative immigration pathways or explore PNP-linked Express Entry streams
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All information in this article is sourced directly from canada.ca and IRCC’s official Express Entry updates.
