Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw targeting candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), continuing its focus on applicants who have received nominations from Canadian provinces.

On April 13, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 324 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a PNP-specific round. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 786 to receive an invitation.

This draw reflects Canada’s ongoing strategy to prioritize candidates who have already been selected by provinces based on regional labour market needs.

Express Entry Draw Results – April 13, 2026

  • Category: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Number of Invitations Issued: 324
  • Minimum CRS Score: 786
  • Rank Required: 324 or above
  • Date & Time of Round: April 13, 2026 at 10:51:11 UTC
  • Tie-Breaking Rule: November 19, 2025 at 18:53:59 UTC

Under the tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 786 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before November 19, 2025 at 18:53:59 UTC.

If more than one candidate had the lowest CRS score, the cut-off was determined based on the date and time their profiles were submitted.

Why This PNP Draw Matters

Provincial Nominee Program draws play a critical role in Canada’s immigration system. By selecting candidates nominated by provinces, Canada aims to:

  • Address specific regional labour shortages
  • Support economic growth across provinces and territories
  • Distribute immigration beyond major cities
  • Fast-track candidates with proven demand in local job markets

PNP candidates typically have higher CRS scores due to the additional 600 points awarded for a provincial nomination, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an ITA.

Express Entry Snapshot – PNP

  • Draw Date: April 13, 2026
  • Invitations Issued: 324
  • Minimum CRS Score: 786

This latest draw highlights IRCC’s continued emphasis on Provincial Nominee Program selections, reinforcing its strategy to align immigration with regional workforce demands.

Congratulations to the 324 candidates who received Invitations to Apply!

For candidates in the Express Entry pool, securing a provincial nomination remains one of the most powerful pathways to permanent residence in Canada.