Canada recently conducted a new Express Entry draw on April 14, 2026, where 2,000 candidates were invited under the Canadian Experience Class.

Requirements for receiving an invitation included:

• a minimum CRS score of 515
• submission of an Express Entry profile on June 10, 2025

This draw marked the seventh CEC draw of 2026. The cut-off score increased by 6 points from the previous draw, reaching the highest CEC score of the year. Additionally, it was the smallest CEC draw in 2026.

As of 2026, IRCC has issued a total of 61,154 invitations through Express Entry, with CEC candidates receiving the largest share, totaling 32,250 ITAs.