The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw on February 5, 2025, inviting 4,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 521 or higher have received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR).
Details of the February 5 Express Entry Draw
- Draw Date: February 5, 2025
- Category: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Number of Invitations Issued: 4,000
- Minimum CRS Score Required: 521
- Profile Submission Deadline: November 14, 2024, at 02:52:14 UTC (The official website still shows November 14, 2025)
This draw follows another Express Entry round held on February 4, 2025, which targeted Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. So far, five Express Entry draws have been conducted in 2025, reflecting Canada’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers through its immigration programs.
CRS Score Requirement and Tie-Break Rule
The minimum CRS score for this draw was set at 521, making it the lowest cut-off for a CEC-specific draw this year. IRCC applies a tie-break rule in every Express Entry draw, which means that if multiple candidates have the lowest eligible CRS score, invitations are issued based on the date and time of profile submission. This ensures that candidates who submitted their profiles earlier receive priority.
Significance of This Draw for Immigration Candidates
The latest draw highlights the importance of Canadian work experience in securing permanent residency through Express Entry. The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is designed to transition temporary residents working in Canada into permanent residents, supporting the country’s economic and labor market needs.
Strategies for Future Express Entry Applicants
For individuals aiming to qualify for upcoming draws, the following strategies can improve CRS scores:
- Enhancing Language Proficiency: Higher scores in IELTS, CELPIP (English) or TEF, TCF (French) can significantly boost CRS points.
- Gaining More Work Experience: Additional Canadian work experience strengthens Express Entry profiles and increases eligibility for the CEC category.
- Staying Informed on Express Entry Trends: Monitoring draw patterns, CRS cut-offs, and category-specific selections helps candidates align their immigration strategies accordingly.
With two Express Entry draws already conducted this week, Canada continues to provide skilled workers and temporary residents with structured pathways to permanent residency.
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