Canada Invites 3000 CEC candidates in Express Entry Draw 353 with a minimum CRS score of 521

Express Entry Draw 353

Canada just held its latest Express Entry draw 353 on June 26, 2025, and it came with some exciting news that 3,000 candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) were invited to apply for Canada PR. The minimum CRS score needed was 521, which is a noticeable drop from the last CEC draw.This is the second time in a row that 3,000 invitations were sent out under the CEC stream. What’s different this time from last Express Entry Draw 351? The CRS cut-off has gone down from 529 to 521, making it slightly more accessible for skilled workers who already have Canadian experience.

This trend shows that the Government of Canada is continuing to prioritize individuals who are already contributing to the Canadian workforce and are ready to settle here long-term.

Key Highlights of Express Entry Draw 353

And here’s something we’re especially proud of : two of our CanApprove clients received their ITAs in this draw! We couldn’t be happier for them as they move one step closer to becoming permanent residents of Canada.