Express Entry Draw #370 invited 1,000 Canadian Experience Class candidates with CRS 534

On October 1, 2025, IRCC conducted Express Entry draw #370, targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this round, a total of 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 534 points, the same as the two previous CEC-specific draws. The tie-breaking rule for this round was set for February 21, 2025, at 04:01:57 UTC.

This latest CEC Express Entry draw reflects Canada’s ongoing focus on transitioning skilled workers already in the country into permanent residents, strengthening the labor market with individuals who have proven Canadian work experience.

Express Entry Draw #370 Details

• Date of draw: October 1, 2025
• Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Number of ITAs: 1,000
• Minimum CRS score: 534
• Tie-breaking rule: February 21, 2025, at 04:01:57 UTC

Significance of the Canadian Experience Class Draw

The Canadian Experience Class is one of the most popular pathways for foreign nationals who have already built their careers in Canada. By prioritizing candidates with Canadian work experience, the government ensures smoother integration into communities and workplaces.

For applicants, the CRS cut-off of 534 demonstrates the competitive nature of these program-specific draws. However, those with recent Canadian work experience, strong language skills, and higher education credentials continue to hold a significant advantage.

How This Draw Compares with Previous CEC Draws

Looking at past results provides useful insight into trends:

While category-based and PNP draws have fluctuated in CRS requirements, the CEC-specific rounds have maintained a steady threshold of 534, signaling stability for candidates planning their profiles.

Express Entry Pool Snapshot

As of September 28, 2025, there were 250,993 candidates in the Express Entry pool. The distribution of candidates by CRS score shows strong competition, especially in the 451–500 and 401–450 ranges. This highlights the importance of maximizing CRS points through language retests, higher education credentials, or provincial nominations.

What This Means for CEC Candidates

CEC draws continue to benefit individuals already contributing to Canada’s workforce. Skilled workers with one or more years of Canadian experience often adapt faster, both socially and economically, making them strong candidates for permanent residence.

For those with lower CRS scores, options such as provincial nominations or improving language scores remain key strategies. With a nomination, candidates can add 600 additional CRS points, virtually guaranteeing an ITA in future rounds. The Express Entry draw 370 demonstrates Canada’s steady commitment to welcoming skilled workers with Canadian experience.

With 1,000 invitations issued and a cut-off CRS of 534, the draw reinforces the importance of the CEC Express Entry draw as a pathway for workers already integrated into Canadian society. As Canada continues to balance its immigration needs, candidates in the pool should stay prepared for upcoming rounds by strengthening their profiles and exploring nomination opportunities.