Express Entry Rounds of Invitations: Latest Draw Details
Canada invites candidates from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residence. These invitation rounds happen throughout the year. The government selects candidates based on points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
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Latest Round Details
The latest draw targeted the Canadian Experience Class. Here are the exact details for this round.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Date and time | June 23, 2026 at 12:52:12 UTC |
| CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited | 516 |
| Number of invitations issued | 4,000 |
| Rank needed | 4,000 or above |
| Tie-breaking rule | April 14, 2026 at 00:03:10 UTC |
If multiple candidates have the lowest score, the cut-off relies on submission time. The date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles breaks the tie.
Recent Express Entry Updates
The government resolved an issue affecting invitations for the Express Entry French-language proficiency round (#418, May 28, 2026). If you were eligible, you should now have been invited. The CRS score distribution of candidates in the pool is current as of June 21, 2026.
How the Rounds Work
The selection process follows specific steps. The government chooses the type of round they will hold. They decide the number of candidates they need to invite.
Next, they identify the highest-ranking candidates from the pool. These candidates must be eligible for the chosen round type. Finally, they invite these candidates to apply for permanent residence.
Types of Rounds of Invitations
The government holds different types of rounds of invitations throughout the year. You must be eligible for one of the three managed programs to enter the pool.
- General rounds of invitations: The government invites top-ranking candidates eligible for any of the three programs.
- Program-specific rounds of invitations: These draws target top-ranking candidates eligible for a specific program. For example, a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) round only invites PNP candidates.
- Category-based rounds of invitations: The Minister establishes a category to meet a specific economic goal. Top-ranking eligible candidates receive invitations.
The government will continue to invite candidates with a provincial or territorial nomination. This happens through general and Provincial Nominee Program-specific rounds.
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