Canada Express Entry Draws 2026: Latest Updates and Trends
Recently, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been actively issuing invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. In a recent draw targeting Healthcare and Social Services candidates, the department issued 4,000 ITAs. To qualify for this draw, candidates had to meet specific criteria:
- Attain a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 475
- Create an Express Entry candidate profile before 12:14 p.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on May 21, 2026
Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2026
| Date | Draw Type | CRS Cut-off Score | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 25 | Healthcare and Social Services | 475 | 4,000 |
| June 24 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 223 | 271 |
| June 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 4,000 |
| June 22 | Provincial Nominee Program | 730 | 955 |
| May 28 | French-Language Proficiency | 409 | 4,500 |
| May 27 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 | 3,000 |
| May 25 | Provincial Nominee Program | 805 | 334 |
| May 11 | Provincial Nominee Program | 798 | 380 |