Canada has extended a new round of Permanent Residency (PR) invitations, offering 1,000 foreign workers the opportunity to apply through the Express Entry system. The latest draw, conducted on November 27, 2025, targeted candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) — a category that prioritizes individuals who have already gained work experience within the country.
CRS Cutoff Set at 531
This round required candidates to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 531. The cutoff remains consistent with recent CEC-only draws, which have typically ranged between 531 and 534 over the past several months.
Why CEC Candidates Are Being Prioritized
Immigration officials noted that workers currently employed in Canada and recent graduates tend to integrate into society more quickly. As a result, these groups continue to receive priority in the immigration selection process.
According to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada), a high number of candidates in this draw shared the same CRS score of 531. In such cases, the tie-break rule was applied, giving preference to those who created their Express Entry profiles earlier.
Minor Score Shifts Explained
Authorities also pointed out that slight variations in CRS trends are the result of:
Newly submitted Express Entry profiles
Work permits nearing expiration
Candidates improving their language test scores
Due to these factors, individuals with CRS scores between 531 and 535 are expected to remain competitive in the next few draws.
Improving Chances for Lower-Scoring Candidates
Applicants with lower scores can still boost their chances of receiving an invitation by:
Gaining additional Canadian work experience
Retaking language tests to achieve higher scores
Securing a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination
A Steady Approach to Immigration Planning
This consistent pattern of CEC-focused draws suggests that the Canadian government is prioritizing stability in its skilled workforce. Rather than making major changes to its immigration strategy, Canada appears focused on supporting workers who are already contributing to the local economy.
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