Recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals a surge in invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.
In a recent draw for Canadian Experience Class candidates, the immigration department issued 2,000 ITAs.
To qualify for this draw, candidates had to meet specific criteria:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 516
- Creation of an Express Entry candidate profile before 5:33 p.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on May 26, 2026
| Date | Draw Type | CRS cut-off score | ITAs issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 21 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 2,000 |
| July 20 | Provincial Nominee Program | 744 | 511 |
| July 10 | Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 392 | 500 |
| July 9 | French-Language proficiency | 420 | 5,000 |
| July 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 517 | 2,000 |
| July 6 | Provincial Nominee Program | 708 | 534 |
| June 25 | Healthcare and social services | 475 | 4,000 |
| June 24 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 223 | 271 |