Recent updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveal an increase in invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.
The latest draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates saw 279 ITAs being issued by the immigration department.
Candidates eligible for this draw were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 789 and had to create an Express Entry candidate profile before 12:59 a.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on September 5, 2025.
Express Entry Draws Overview in 2026
- February 16 – Provincial Nominee Program: CRS cut-off score of 789, 279 ITAs issued
- February 6 – French-Language proficiency: CRS cut-off score of 400, 8,500 ITAs issued
- February 3 – Provincial Nominee Program: CRS cut-off score of 749, 423 ITAs issued
- January 21 – Canadian Experience Class: CRS cut-off score of 509, 6,000 ITAs issued
- January 20 – Provincial Nominee Program: CRS cut-off score of 746, 681 ITAs issued
- January 7 – Canadian Experience Class: CRS cut-off score of 511, 8,000 ITAs issued
- January 5 – Provincial Nominee Program: CRS cut-off score of 711, 574 ITAs issued
The latest draw marks the seventh Express Entry selection of the year, with a focus on PNP candidates. The trend in 2026 shows a preference for immigration candidates with provincial nominations and Canadian work experience.