Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a recent draw under the Express Entry system, inviting more candidates to apply. This round targeted Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, issuing 362 Invitations to Apply (ITAs).
Details of the Latest Express Entry Draw
To qualify for this draw held on March 16, 2026, applicants were required to achieve a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742. Furthermore, candidates needed to have created their Express Entry profiles by 8:35 p.m. UTC on October 5, 2025.
Summary of Recent Express Entry Draws
| Draw Date | Draw Type | CRS Cut-off Score | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | 742 | 362 |
| March 5 | Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 429 | 250 |
| March 4 | French-Language Proficiency | 397 | 5,500 |
| March 3 | Canadian Experience Class | 508 | 4,000 |
| March 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 710 | 264 |
| February 20 | Healthcare and Social Services | 467 | 4,000 |
| February 19 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 169 | 391 |
| February 17 | Canadian Experience Class | 508 | 6,000 |
| 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 |
Overview of 2026 Express Entry Draws
This recent draw marks the fifteenth overall selection of 2026 and the sixth specifically for PNP candidates. Throughout the year, IRCC has predominantly focused on candidates already residing in Canada, particularly those with provincial nominations and relevant work experience.
Overall Invitations to Apply in 2026
- Canadian Experience Class: 24,000 ITAs
- French-Language Proficiency: 14,000 ITAs
- Healthcare and Social Services: 4,000 ITAs
- Provincial Nominee Program: 2,583 ITAs
- Physicians with Canadian Work Experience: 391 ITAs
- Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience: 250 ITAs
As the landscape of immigration continues to evolve, candidates interested in the Express Entry system should stay informed about developments and draw results through platforms like El-Balad.
