Express Entry

Canada continues to address critical healthcare labour shortages by prioritizing physicians with Canadian work experience through the Express Entry system. In the latest targeted round, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) focused specifically on medical professionals already contributing to Canada’s healthcare system. On February 19, 2026, IRCC conducted a category-based round titled “Physicians with Canadian Work Experience, 2026-Version 1.” A total of 391 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued for permanent residence. Express Entry Draw Results – February 19, 2026 Category: Physicians with Canadian Work ExperienceNumber of Invitations Issued: 391Minimum CRS Score: 169Rank Required: 391 or aboveDate & Time of Round: February 19, 2026Tie-Breaking Rule: January 03, 2026 at 03:25:14 UTC Under the tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 169 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before January 03, 2026 at 03:25:14 UTC. If more than one candidate had the lowest score, the submission date and time determined who received an invitation. Why This Draw Matters This highly targeted draw demonstrates IRCC’s continued commitment to strengthening Canada’s healthcare system by retaining qualified physicians already working in the country. With a notably low CRS cut-off of 169, the round highlights a strategic effort to transition essential healthcare professionals to permanent residence. By prioritizing physicians with Canadian work experience, Canada aims to: This draw signals strong immigration support for healthcare professionals and reflects Canada’s broader strategy of using category-based selections to meet urgent economic and social needs. 🎉 Congratulations to the 391 physicians who received Invitations to Apply! If you are a physician working in Canada, this pathway could represent a significant opportunity to secure permanent residence and build your long-term future in the country.

Canada continues to prioritize candidates with Canadian work experience through the Express Entry system. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw, offering thousands of skilled workers the opportunity to apply for permanent residence. On February 17, 2026, IRCC issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #396. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 508 to receive an invitation. Express Entry Draw Results – February 17, 2026 Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)Number of Invitations Issued: 6,000Minimum CRS Score: 508Rank Required: 6,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: February 17, 2026 at 11:33:44 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: March 16, 2025 at 09:35:59 UTC Under the tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 508 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before March 16, 2025, at 09:35:59 UTC. If multiple candidates had the lowest CRS score, the cut-off was determined based on the date and time their profiles were submitted. Why This CEC Draw Matters Canadian Experience Class draws remain a key pathway for temporary residents already working in Canada. These rounds help transition skilled workers with local experience into permanent residents and support Canada’s labour market needs. This latest draw helps to: CEC-specific draws are particularly important for candidates with Canadian work experience who may not have extremely high CRS scores but remain strong candidates for permanent residence. Express Entry Snapshot (Canadian Experience Class) Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score February 17, 2026 6,000 508 This latest round highlights IRCC’s continued use of targeted Express Entry draws to manage immigration levels and support Canada’s workforce needs. With steady invitations for Canadian Experience Class candidates, temporary residents in Canada remain well-positioned for permanent residence opportunities in 2026. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received Invitations to Apply! If you are working in Canada and planning to apply through Express Entry, CEC-focused draws continue to be one of the most reliable pathways to Canadian permanent residence.

Canada continues to support skilled immigration through the Express Entry system, with targeted draws that recognize candidates nominated by provinces. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw under Ministerial Instructions #395. On February 16, 2026, IRCC issued 279 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 789, reflecting the highly competitive nature of PNP selections. Express Entry Draw Results [ February 16, 2026 ] Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 789 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before September 05, 2025, at 00:59:13 UTC. Why This PNP Draw MattersPNP draws remain a cornerstone of Canada’s category-based selection strategy. They allow provinces to nominate skilled candidates who can meet local labour market needs and contribute to regional growth. This round helps to: Candidates nominated through provinces continue to benefit from this targeted Express Entry pathway, which offers a faster route to permanent residence. Express Entry Snapshot (Provincial Nominee Program) Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score February 16, 2026 279 789 🎉 Congratulations to the 279 candidates who received Invitations to Apply!

Canada continues to expand pathways for French-speaking candidates through the Express Entry system, highlighting its commitment to strengthening Francophone communities outside Quebec. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a category-based draw focused on French-language proficiency. On February 6, 2026, IRCC issued 8,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #394. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 400, making this one of the largest and most accessible French-language draws to date. Express Entry Draw Results [ February 6, 2026 ] Program: French-Language Proficiency (Category-based selection)Number of Invitations Issued: 8,500Minimum CRS Score: 400Rank Required: 8,500 or aboveDate & Time of Round: February 6, 2026 at 11:38:00 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: February 3, 2026 at 11:11:44 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 400 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before February 3, 2026, at 11:11:44 UTC. Why This French-Language Draw Is Important French-language proficiency draws remain a central part of Canada’s category-based selection strategy. These targeted rounds aim to support Francophone immigration and help address labour shortages across the country. This draw helps to: Candidates with strong French-language ability can benefit from targeted Express Entry draws even without extremely high CRS scores, making this pathway increasingly important for skilled workers worldwide. Express Entry Snapshot (French-Language Proficiency) Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score February 6, 2026 8,500 400 This latest French-language proficiency draw highlights IRCC’s continued focus on category-based selection and its goal of welcoming more French-speaking immigrants to communities across Canada. 🎉 Congratulations to the 8,500 candidates who received Invitations to Apply! If you are planning to apply through Express Entry and have strong French-language skills, category-based draws like this remain one of the most promising pathways to Canadian permanent residence.

Canada continues to prioritize provincially nominated candidates through the Express Entry system, reinforcing the important role provinces and territories play in addressing regional labour market needs. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw under the Express Entry system. On February 3, 2026, IRCC issued 423 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #393. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 749, reflecting the additional 600 CRS points awarded to applicants who receive a provincial nomination. Express Entry Draw Results [ February 3, 2026 ] Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)Number of Invitations Issued: 423Minimum CRS Score: 749Rank Required: 423 or aboveDate & Time of Round: February 3, 2026 at 13:21:40 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: December 16, 2025 at 22:30:36 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 749 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before December 16, 2025, at 22:30:36 UTC. Why This PNP Draw Is Important Provincial Nominee Program draws remain a key pillar of Canada’s immigration strategy, allowing provinces and territories to select candidates who best meet their local economic and labour market needs. This draw helps to: PNP candidates benefit significantly from Express Entry alignment, including faster processing times and a substantial CRS boost through provincial nomination. Express Entry Snapshot – Provincial Nominee Program Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score February 3, 2026 423 749 This latest PNP draw highlights IRCC’s continued commitment to working closely with provinces and territories to build a balanced and regionally responsive immigration system. 🎉 Congratulations to the 423 candidates who received Invitations to Apply! If you are seeking permanent residence through a provincial pathway, securing a provincial nomination remains one of the strongest and most reliable routes through Express Entry.

Canada continues to strengthen its economy by prioritizing candidates with proven Canadian work experience through the Express Entry system. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a major Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw, targeting candidates already contributing to Canada’s labour market. On January 21, 2026, IRCC issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #392. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 509, making this one of the most accessible CEC draws in recent months and a positive sign for candidates with Canadian work experience. Express Entry Draw Results – January 21, 2026 Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)Number of Invitations Issued: 6,000Minimum CRS Score: 509Rank Required: 6,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: January 21, 2026 at 12:37:42 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: October 29, 2025 at 04:35:24 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 509 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profiles on or before October 29, 2025, at 04:35:24 UTC. Why This CEC Draw Is Important Canadian Experience Class draws remain a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration strategy, focusing on individuals who have already integrated into Canadian society through work and study. This draw helps to: CEC applicants also benefit from faster processing times and are not required to show proof of settlement funds, making this pathway especially attractive for those already living and working in Canada. Express Entry Snapshot – Canadian Experience Class Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score January 21, 2026 6,000 509 This latest CEC draw highlights IRCC’s continued focus on transitioning temporary residents into permanent residents, reinforcing Canada’s long-term economic growth and labour market resilience. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received Invitations to Apply! If you are working in Canada and planning your next step toward permanent residence, the Canadian Experience Class continues to be one of the most reliable and efficient pathways to achieving your goal.

Canada continues to prioritize candidates nominated by provinces and territories to meet specific regional labour market needs. In the latest Express Entry round, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) focused exclusively on candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), one of the strongest pathways to permanent residence for skilled workers aligned with provincial priorities. On January 20, 2026, IRCC conducted Express Entry Draw #391, issuing 681 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates who had received a provincial nomination. As expected for a PNP-only draw, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was high at 746, reflecting the additional 600 CRS points awarded through provincial nomination. Express Entry Draw Results, January 20, 2026 Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)Number of Invitations Issued: 681Minimum CRS Score: 746Rank Required: 681 or aboveDate & Time of Round: January 20, 2026 at 12:31:58 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: November 19, 2025 at 04:09:11 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 746 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before November 19, 2025, at 04:09:11 UTC. Why This PNP Draw Matters Provincial Nominee Program draws play a critical role in Canada’s immigration strategy by allowing provinces and territories to select candidates who best meet their economic and demographic needs. This draw helps to: Candidates nominated through a province benefit from a significant CRS boost, making permanent residence through Express Entry highly achievable once a nomination is secured. Express Entry Snapshot, Provincial Nominee Program Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score January 20, 2026 681 746 This latest PNP draw reinforces IRCC’s continued reliance on provinces as key partners in selecting immigrants who can contribute immediately and long term to Canada’s economic growth. 🎉 Congratulations to the 681 candidates who received Invitations to Apply! If you’re aiming for Canadian permanent residence and exploring provincial nomination options, aligning your profile with provincial labour market needs can be a game-changer.

Canada continues to prioritize provincially nominated candidates through the Express Entry system, reinforcing the important role provinces and territories play in meeting regional labour market needs. In the first Express Entry draw of 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)–specific round of invitations. On January 5, 2026, IRCC issued 574 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #389. As expected for a PNP-only draw, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off was high, reflecting the 600-point boost awarded to candidates nominated by a Canadian province or territory. Express Entry Draw Results – January 5, 2026 Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)Number of Invitations Issued: 574Minimum CRS Score: 711Rank Required: 574 or aboveDate & Time of Round: January 05, 2026 at 13:51:42 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: October 06, 2025 at 01:54:31 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 711 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before October 06, 2025, at 01:54:31 UTC. Why This Provincial Nominee Program Draw Matters Provincial Nominee Program draws remain a cornerstone of Canada’s economic immigration strategy. By selecting candidates already nominated by provinces, IRCC ensures newcomers are well-positioned to integrate quickly into regional labour markets. This draw helps Canada to: The CRS cut-off of 711 is consistent with recent PNP-only draws, where most invited candidates rely on their provincial nomination to secure an ITA. Express Entry Snapshot – Provincial Nominee Program Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score January 5, 2026 574 711 This round highlights IRCC’s continued use of program-specific Express Entry draws to balance federal and provincial immigration objectives while maintaining a targeted approach to permanent residence selection. Congratulations to the 574 candidates who received invitations!Your provincial nomination has brought you one step closer to becoming a Canadian permanent resident.

Canada has once again reinforced its commitment to strengthening Francophone immigration outside Quebec through a large Express Entry draw focused on French-speaking candidates. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a French Language Proficiency category-based draw, inviting thousands of candidates with strong French skills. On December 17, 2025, IRCC issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #388. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 399, making this one of the most accessible Express Entry draws of the year for Francophone candidates. Express Entry Draw Results, December 17, 2025 Program: French Language Proficiency (Version 1)Number of Invitations Issued: 6,000Minimum CRS Score: 399Rank Required: 6,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: December 17, 2025 at 12:26:48 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: August 24, 2025 at 23:43:05 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 399 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before August 24, 2025, at 23:43:05 UTC. Why This French Language Proficiency Draw Is Important French-language Express Entry draws are a key pillar of Canada’s immigration strategy, aimed at increasing Francophone communities outside Quebec. This draw helps to: With a relatively low CRS cut-off of 399, this draw highlights the strong advantage given to candidates who demonstrate high French language proficiency. Express Entry Snapshot, French Language Proficiency Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 17, 2025 6,000 399 This round underscores IRCC’s continued reliance on category-based selection to meet targeted immigration objectives and attract skilled French-speaking talent from around the world. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received invitations!Your French language skills have brought you one step closer to becoming a Canadian permanent resident.

Canada continues to strengthen its workforce by prioritizing candidates with proven Canadian work experience through the Express Entry system. In the most recent round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a large draw under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), targeting candidates already contributing to Canada’s labour market. On December 16, 2025, IRCC issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #387. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this round was 515, making it one of the more accessible CEC draws in recent months. Express Entry Draw Results, December 16, 2025 Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 515 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before September 9, 2025, at 18:58:59 UTC. Why This CEC Draw Is Important Canadian Experience Class draws are a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration strategy, focusing on temporary residents who have already integrated into Canadian society and the workforce. This draw helps to: CEC candidates often benefit from faster processing times and do not require proof of settlement funds, making this pathway especially attractive. Express Entry Snapshot, Canadian Experience Class Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 16, 2025 5,000 515 This latest draw highlights IRCC’s continued focus on transitioning temporary residents into permanent residents, reinforcing Canada’s long-term economic growth and labour market resilience. 🎉 Congratulations to the 5,000 candidates who received invitations!