Express Entry

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!

Canada continues to prioritize candidates with strong provincial ties through the Express Entry system. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a draw under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), targeting candidates who have been nominated by a Canadian province or territory. On December 15, 2025, IRCC issued 399 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #386. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this round was 731, reflecting the high-ranking advantage given to provincially nominated candidates. Express Entry Draw Results, December 15, 2025 Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 731 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before October 18, 2025, at 07:18:52 UTC. Why This PNP Draw Is Important Provincial Nominee Program draws play a vital role in Canada’s immigration system by allowing provinces and territories to select candidates who best meet their local labour market and economic needs. This draw helps to: With the additional 600 CRS points awarded for a provincial nomination, PNP candidates continue to rank among the highest-scoring profiles in Express Entry. Express Entry Snapshot, Provincial Nominee Program Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 15, 2025 399 731 This latest draw highlights Canada’s continued reliance on the Provincial Nominee Program to attract skilled talent aligned with regional priorities and long-term economic growth. 🎉 Congratulations to the 399 candidates who received invitations!Your provincial nomination has brought you one step closer to becoming a Canadian permanent resident.

Canada continues to advance its targeted immigration strategy through the Express Entry system. In the most recent round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) focused on in-demand healthcare and social services occupations, issuing invitations to skilled professionals critical to Canada’s labour market. On December 11, 2025, IRCC issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Healthcare and Social Services category (Version 2). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw was 476. Express Entry Draw Results – December 11, 2025 Category: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations (Version 2)Number of Invitations Issued: 1,000Minimum CRS Score: 476Rank Required: 1,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: December 11, 2025 at 11:51:44 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: November 26, 2025 at 07:44:30 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking mechanism, if multiple candidates had the lowest CRS score of 476, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before November 26, 2025, at 07:44:30 UTC received an invitation. Why This Healthcare and Social Services Draw Matters Canada’s healthcare and social assistance sectors continue to experience significant labour shortages, intensified by an aging population and expanding community needs. By targeting candidates in these professions, IRCC aims to: This occupation-focused draw reflects Canada’s commitment to welcoming skilled workers who can immediately contribute to critical public services and community well-being. Express Entry Snapshot – Healthcare & Social Services Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 11, 2025 1,000 476 This latest draw reinforces Canada’s ongoing strategy of using targeted categories to align immigration with labour market needs, ensuring qualified healthcare and social services professionals can help support Canada’s growing population. 🎉 Congratulations to the 1,000 candidates who received invitations!You are now one step closer to achieving permanent residence and contributing your expertise to Canada’s healthcare and social development sectors.

Canada continues to move forward with its immigration targets through the Express Entry system. In the latest round of invitations, the government focused on candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). On December 10, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates meeting the required criteria. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in this round was 520. Express Entry Draw Results, December 10, 2025 Category: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)Number of Invitations Issued: 6,000Minimum CRS Score: 520Rank Required: 6,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: December 10, 2025, at 12:30:46 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: July 15, 2025, at 17:30:33 UTC According to IRCC’s tie-breaking rules, if multiple candidates had the lowest CRS score of 520, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before July 15, 2025, at 17:30:33 UTC were invited. Why the CEC Draw Matters The Canadian Experience Class is a critical pathway for candidates who have already gained skilled work experience in Canada. By targeting CEC candidates, Canada aims to: Unlike other Express Entry categories, the CEC does not require a job offer or provincial nomination, making it an accessible route for temporary residents who want to transition to permanent residence. Express Entry, Canadian Experience Class Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 10, 2025 6,000 520 This draw highlights IRCC’s continued focus on welcoming candidates with Canadian work experience, ensuring they remain in the country to contribute to its economy and society. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received invitations! You are one step closer to achieving permanent residence in Canada.

Canada continues to advance its immigration goals through the Express Entry system, with the latest round inviting candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). On December 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,123 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates who had previously secured a provincial nomination. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw was 729. Express Entry Draw Results, December 8, 2025 Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)Number of Invitations Issued: 1,123Minimum CRS Score: 729Rank Required: 1,123 or aboveDate & Time of Round: December 8, 2025, at [Use your preferred time; not provided]Tie-Breaking Rule: March 05, 2025, at 05:10:48 UTC According to IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, when multiple candidates had the minimum CRS score of 729, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before March 05, 2025, at 05:10:48 UTC received an invitation. Why the PNP Draw Matters The Provincial Nominee Program plays a vital role in Canada’s immigration strategy. By inviting candidates with provincial nominations, Canada aims to: A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points, making it one of the most powerful pathways to securing permanent residence through Express Entry. Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 8, 2025 1,123 729 This draw reaffirms IRCC’s commitment to supporting provinces and territories in selecting skilled workers who can contribute meaningfully to Canada’s economic growth and regional priorities. 🎉 Congratulations to the 1,123 candidates who received invitations, you’re one step closer to permanent residence in Canada!

Canada continues to invite skilled workers through its Express Entry system, with the latest round targeting candidates with French language proficiency. On November 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates demonstrating strong French language skills. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw was 408. Express Entry Draw Results – November 28, 2025 As per IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, when multiple candidates had the minimum CRS score of 408, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before May 26, 2025, at 12:28:38 UTC were invited to apply. Why the French Language Proficiency Draw MattersThis Express Entry draw emphasizes the importance of French-speaking skilled workers in Canada’s economic immigration strategy. By prioritizing candidates with French proficiency, Canada aims to: Express Entry – French Language Proficiency Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score November 28, 2025 6,000¹ 408 This round highlights IRCC’s commitment to supporting skilled workers who contribute to Canada’s bilingual and inclusive workforce. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received invitations – one step closer to permanent residence in Canada!

Canada continues to invite skilled workers through its Express Entry system, with the latest round targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). On November 26, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with recent Canadian work experience. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw was 531. Express Entry Draw Results – November 26, 2025 As per IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, when multiple candidates had the minimum CRS score of 531, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before October 08, 2025, at 19:02:26 UTC were invited to apply. Why the CEC Draw Matters The Canadian Experience Class is one of the most important economic immigration pathways under Express Entry. It is designed for individuals who already have skilled work experience in Canada, making it one of the fastest routes to permanent residence. By prioritizing CEC candidates, Canada continues to: Express Entry – CEC Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score November 26, 2025 1,000 531 This round further demonstrates IRCC’s commitment to supporting foreign workers and graduates who have already established themselves in the Canadian workforce. 🎉 Congratulations to the 1,000 candidates who received invitations—one step closer to permanent residence in Canada!

Canada continues to welcome skilled immigrants through its Express Entry system, with the latest draw focusing on candidates who received a provincial nomination. On November 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 777 invitations to apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 699 to receive an invitation in this round. Express Entry Draw Results, November 25, 2025 Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)Number of Invitations Issued: 777Minimum CRS Score: 699Rank Required: 777 or aboveDate and Time of Round: November 25, 2025Tie-Breaking Rule: September 06, 2025 at 01:16:22 UTC As per IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, when multiple candidates had the minimum score of 699, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before September 06, 2025, at 01:16:22 UTC were invited to apply. Why the PNP Draw Matters The Provincial Nominee Program remains a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration system, enabling provinces and territories to select skilled workers who best meet their local labour market needs. A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points to a candidate’s profile, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an ITA for permanent residence. This draw highlights Canada’s continued effort to strengthen regional economies by prioritizing skilled professionals who can fill critical labour shortages and support long-term community growth across the country. Express Entry – PNP Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score November 25, 2025 777 699 Through this round, IRCC continues to emphasize the importance of collaboration between federal and provincial governments in achieving Canada’s immigration goals. The PNP not only supports regional development but also ensures newcomers settle successfully in areas where their skills are most needed. Congratulations to the 777 candidates who received invitations, a major milestone on their journey toward permanent residence in Canada!