The International Experience Canada (IEC) program has witnessed an unprecedented surge in applications since its December 16 opening, with more than 17,000 candidates already in the pool for the 2025 season. The French Working Holiday program leads with 6,529 applicants, nearly matching its annual quota of 6,615 spots, followed by Chile and Korea with 2,675 and 2,477 candidates, respectively. Immigration experts emphasize that early entry into the pool could be crucial for successful applications, particularly for high-demand programs like France’s, where demand is expected to exceed available positions significantly.
