IRCC Invites 1,000 Candidates in First Express Entry Draw of OctoberImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held its first Express Entry draw of October 2025, inviting 1,000 candidates to apply for permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program.
Key Details- Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
– Number of Invitations: 1,000
– Minimum CRS Score: 534
– Tie-breaking Rule: February 21, 2025, at 04:01:57 UTC
What This Means for Candidates- Opportunity to Apply: Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.
– Competition: With a large pool of candidates, competition remains intense, especially for those with higher CRS scores.
Next Steps- Application Submission: Candidates who received an ITA must submit their application for permanent residence within 60 days.
– Processing: IRCC will process the applications and make decisions on permanent residence.
