Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has sent more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system.
In the latest round, 279 ITAs were issued to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
To qualify for this draw, candidates needed:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 789
- Created an Express Entry candidate profile before 12:59 a.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on September 5, 2025
Overview Of Express Entry Draws In 2026
| Draw Date | Draw Type | CRS Cut-Off Score | ITAs Issued |
| February 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | 789 | 279 |
| February 6 | French-Language proficiency | 400 | 8,500 |
| February 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 749 | 423 |
| January 21 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 6,000 |
| January 20 | Provincial Nominee Program | 746 | 681 |
| January 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 511 | 8,000 |
| January 5 | Provincial Nominee Program | 711 | 574 |
This draw is the seventh Express Entry round held in 2026. It is also the fourth draw this year that focused on Provincial Nominee Program candidates.
So far in 2026, Express Entry draws have mainly targeted candidates already living in Canada. Most invitations have gone to those with provincial nominations or Canadian work experience.
Types Of Draws Held In 2026
| Draw Type | Number Of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 4 |
| Canadian Experience Class | 2 |
| French-Language proficiency | 1 |
In 2026 thus far, IRCC has issued 24,457 ITAs across the following draw types:
| Draw Type | ITAs Issued |
| Canadian Experience Class | 14,000 |
| French-Language proficiency | 8,500 |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 1,534 |
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