Canada Invites 955 Provincial Nominee Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw

Canada has conducted its first Express Entry draw since May, inviting 955 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates to apply for permanent residence.

The latest draw was held on June 22, 2026, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates who had received a provincial nomination. To qualify for this round, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 730 and must have created their Express Entry profile before March 9, 2026, at 1:02 a.m. UTC.

Latest Draw Details 

• Draw Date: June 22, 2026
• Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
• Number of Invitations: 955
• Minimum CRS Score Required: 730

Express Entry Draws List 2026

This draw marks the 31st Express Entry selection round of 2026 and the first draw conducted in June.

IRCC Continues Focus on Provincial Nominees and Canadian Experience

Throughout 2026, Canada has largely prioritized candidates who are already contributing to the country’s economy through provincial nominations, Canadian work experience, and French-language proficiency.

So far this year, IRCC has conducted:

• 12 Provincial Nominee Program draws
• 9 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws
• 6 French-language proficiency draws
• 1 Healthcare and Social Services draw
• 1 Trades draw
• 1 Physicians with Canadian work experience draw
• 1 Senior Managers with Canadian work experience draw

The strong focus on provincial nominees highlights the important role provinces continue to play in addressing local labour market needs and attracting skilled talent.

More Than 80,000 Invitations Issued in 2026

To date, Canada has issued 80,796 Invitations to Apply through Express Entry in 2026.

The distribution of invitations includes:

• Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 37,250 ITAs
• French-Language Proficiency: 30,500 ITAs
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): 5,405 ITAs
• Healthcare and Social Services: 4,000 ITAs
• Trades: 3,000 ITAs
• Physicians with Canadian Work Experience: 391 ITAs
• Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience: 250 ITAs

What This Means for Immigration Candidates

The latest draw demonstrates Canada’s continued commitment to selecting skilled workers who can contribute to regional economic growth. Candidates with a provincial nomination remain in a strong position, as a nomination significantly boosts CRS scores and improves the chances of receiving an invitation through Express Entry.

As IRCC continues to conduct targeted draws, prospective immigrants are encouraged to maintain an active Express Entry profile, improve their CRS score where possible, and explore provincial nomination opportunities that align with their skills and work experience.

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