Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Draw Predictions 2025: What to Expect After LMIA Points Removal
By Sanjay Prasher (SP), M.B.A, RCIC
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (CICC #R514499)
As of March 25, 2025, IRCC has removed the 50 or 200 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for:
What does this mean for you?
If you were relying on job offer points, your CRS score just dropped.
CEC draw cut-offs are expected to fall below 500 in 2025.
You must now focus on other CRS boosters like language, education, and work experience.
1 Predicted CRS Cut-Off: Below 500 Given the recent trends and the current date (April 1, 2025), the next Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw is predicted to occur around April 4th, 2025, with a potential CRS cut-off score around 520+, based on previous patterns and the ongoing focus on in-Canada applicants
Less emphasis on job offers, more on:
IRCC will prioritize candidates in high-demand sectors, such as:
Healthcare
STEM (Tech, Engineering, AI)
Skilled Trades
Early Childhood Education
| Strategy | Potential CRS Gain |
|---|---|
| Maximize Language Test Scores (CLB 10) | +32 points per skill |
| Add French Proficiency (NCLC 7+) | +50 points (bilingual bonus) |
| Get a Provincial Nomination (PNP) | +600 points (guarantees ITA!) |
| Complete a Second Degree/Diploma | +15 to +30 points |
| Combine Canadian + Foreign Work Exp. | +25 to +50 points |
A CLB 10 (IELTS 8+) gives maximum points.
Even a small improvement (CLB 9 → CLB 10) can add 12-25 points.
NCLC 7 in French + CLB 5 in English = +50 CRS points
Recent French-language draws had CRS cut-offs as low as 379!
Ontario (OINP), Alberta (AINP), BC (BC PNP) offer 600 CRS points.
Some PNPs don’t require a job offer.
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Some candidates may falsely claim job offers—this leads to bans.
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To reduce LMIA system abuse
To make Express Entry fairer
To align with Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan (lower targets)
The removal of LMIA points is a big change, but CEC candidates still have hope:
Your next steps:
Canada still needs skilled workers—just with a new strategy!
Experts predict CEC draw cut-offs could fall below 500 in 2025, compared to previous scores of 520-550 for candidates with LMIA points. French-language draws may see even lower cut-offs (as low as 379).
Yes! Focus on:
Yes, but they’ll likely prioritize:
High-scoring CEC candidates (strong language + experience)
French-speaking applicants
Targeted draws (Healthcare, STEM, Trades)
If your CRS score is below 480, a PNP may be your best option. Some provinces (like Ontario and Alberta) nominate CEC candidates without a job offer. A PNP nomination adds 600 CRS points, practically guaranteeing an ITA.
Retake language tests (Aim for CLB 10)
Add French proficiency (Even basic French helps)
Get a second degree/diploma (Extra education points)
Combine Canadian + foreign work experience (More points than Canadian-only experience)
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