IRCC CONDUCTED NEW DRAWS UNDER THE IEC

Between January 27 and February 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pools, inviting a total of 9,717 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of January 31, 2025, there were 25,642 candidates registered in the pool, awaiting an invitation.

In this round of invitations, candidates from various countries received the following Invitations to Apply (ITAs):

In total, Canada issued 27,261 ITAs under the IEC program in 2025.

If you are considering participating in the IEC program, Global Opportunities is here to help you understand the process and increase your chances of success. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in applying for your IEC open work permit!