Canadian Experience Class CRS Scores Are Dropping — But Timing Is Everything
There’s good news for those eligible under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC): CRS cut-off scores are falling, especially in draws where IRCC invites 3,000 or more candidates.
But this trend comes with a clear message — if you’re eligible for CEC, you need to be in the pool
What’s Happening with CEC Draws?
Let’s take a look at the latest CEC draw data from October 9, 2024 to July 8, 2025:
| Date of Invitation | Lowest CRS Score | Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2025 | 518 | 3,000 |
| June 26, 2025 | 521 | 3,000 |
| June 12, 2025 | 529 | 3,000 |
| May 13, 2025 | 547 | 500 |
| February 5, 2025 | 521 | 4,000 |
| January 23, 2025 | 527 | 4,000 |
| January 8, 2025 | 542 | 1,350 |
| November 19, 2024 | 539 | 400 |
| November 13, 2024 | 547 | 400 |
| October 22, 2024 | 539 | 400 |
| October 9, 2024 | 539 | 500 |
CRS Scores Have Been Falling
From a high of 547 in May 2025, the score has dropped to 518 by July 2025 — a significant 29-point drop in just two months.
Canadian Experience Class Invitations From October 1, 2024 to July 11,2025
Why You Should Act Now
In 2025, IRCC’s invitation strategy is evolving. Draw patterns are less predictable, and there’s a stronger focus on retaining candidates who are already contributing to the Canadian economy — like CEC applicants.
Here’s what’s crucial:
An Express Entry profile is valid for 12 months
Waiting until “the right time” might mean missing out
You cannot be invited if you are not in the pool
IRCC may value different factors in each round — from education to job type — and those trends change quickly. If you wait to see if your profile “matches” the next draw, you’re already too late.
Bottom Line
Create your profile now. The sooner you’re in the pool, the more likely you are to benefit from favorable draw conditions — especially in a year where IRCC is adapting its selection priorities.
If you qualify under the Canadian Experience Class, don’t wait. The opportunity might come in the very next draw — and if your profile isn’t active, you won’t be eligible.
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