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Canadian Immigration Draw Invites Over 10,000 IEC Candidates in the Past Month

Release Date: 2025-08-12
Media: ImmigCanada
Summary: Between July 1 and August 10, 2025, Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program invited 10,357 young foreign nationals to apply for open work permits, with over 33,000 candidates still in the pool. The IEC allows eligible youth from partner countries to work and travel in Canada for up to two years under three categories: Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op (Internship). Recent invitations went to applicants from a wide range of countries, including Australia, the UK, Japan, Korea, and France, bringing the total number of invitations in 2025 to 89,977.

The program offers one of the fastest pathways to gain Canadian work experience, often serving as a stepping stone toward permanent residency. Its appeal lies in the flexibility of open work permits and the frequency of draws. Success in the program depends on early entry into the pool, awareness of country quotas, readiness of required documents, and regular monitoring of draw updates. With further large-scale invitations expected this year, IEC continues to present valuable opportunities for young people aiming to build long-term careers and lives in Canada.
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