Canada Invites Provincial Nominees in Latest Express Entry Draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing invitations to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

In this round, a total of 324 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to PNP candidates. To qualify, applicants were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 786 and must have created their Express Entry profile before November 19, 2025, at 6:53 p.m. (UTC).

Latest Draw Details 

• Draw Date: April 13, 2026
• Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
• Number of Invitations: 324
• Minimum CRS Score Required: 789

Express Entry Draws List 2026

Express Entry Trends in 2026

This latest draw marks the eighth PNP-specific draw and the 21st Express Entry draw conducted so far in 2026. PNP draws have been the most frequent this year, highlighting Canada’s continued focus on selecting candidates nominated by provinces.

Recent draw activity shows that IRCC is prioritizing candidates already in Canada, especially those with provincial nominations or Canadian work experience.

Draw Distribution in 2026

So far this year, Express Entry draws have been distributed as follows:

• Provincial Nominee Program: 8 draws
• Canadian Experience Class: 7 draws
• French-language proficiency: 3 draws
• Other targeted categories (Healthcare, Trades, Physicians, Senior Managers): Limited draws

Total Invitations Issued in 2026

In 2026, IRCC has issued 59,154 ITAs across various categories:

What This Means for Applicants

The steady frequency of PNP draws shows the importance of securing a provincial nomination, which significantly boosts CRS scores and increases chances of receiving an ITA. Candidates with Canadian work experience or strong provincial ties continue to have an advantage in the current immigration landscape.

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