Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Department has recently conducted several Express Entry draws, with a focus on Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in 2026. The latest draw saw a record high cut-off score of 515 for CEC applicants, with 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) issued.
Summary of Express Entry draws in 2026
| Date | Draw Type | CRS cut-off score | ITAs issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14 | Canadian Experience Class | 515 | 2,000 |
| April 13 | Provincial Nominee Program | 786 | 324 |
| April 2 | Trades | 477 | 3,000 |
| March 31 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 2,250 |
| March 30 | Provincial Nominee Program | 802 | 356 |
| March 18 | French-Language proficiency | 393 | 4,000 |
| March 17 | Canadian Experience Class | 507 | 4,000 |
| March 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | 742 | 362 |
| March 5 |