The recent draw in Canada’s Express Entry system has provided new opportunities for immigration candidates. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) specifically for those who qualify under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
Details of the Recent Express Entry Draw
To be eligible for this draw, candidates needed to meet specific criteria. They were required to have:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 518.
- Created an Express Entry candidate profile before 3:16 p.m. UTC on April 30, 2026.
Summary of Recent Express Entry Draws 2026
This draw marks the twenty-ninth Express Entry event of 2026 and the third draw in May. It also stands out as the highest CRS cutoff for CEC draws this year.
| Date | Draw Type | CRS Cut-off Score | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 27 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 | 3,000 |
| May 25 | Provincial Nominee Program | 805 | 334 |
| May 11 | Provincial Nominee Program | 798 | 380 |
| April 29 | French-Language Proficiency | 400 | 4,000 |
| April 28 | Canadian Experience Class | 514 | 2,000 |
| April 27 | Provincial Nominee Program | 795 | 473 |
2026 Express Entry Overview
So far in 2026, IRCC has issued a total of 75,341 ITAs across various draw types. The distribution of these ITAs is as follows:
| Draw Type | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|
| Canadian Experience Class | 37,250 |
| French-Language Proficiency | 26,000 |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 4,450 |
| Healthcare and Social Services | 4,000 |
| Trades | 3,000 |
| Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 391 |
| Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 250 |
This pattern illustrates IRCC’s focus on candidates already residing in Canada, especially those with provincial nominations or Canadian work experience. Stay informed about future updates in Canada’s immigration policies through El-Balad.
