Canada issues 733 invitations in the latest Express Entry draw for the Provincial Nominee Program with a CRS score of 725
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 733 invitations to apply on September 28, 2026, for Provincial Nominee Program candidates with a CRS score of 725. This was the 57th Express Entry draw IRCC conducted in 2026, targeting 19th Provincial Nominee Program applicants seeking permanent residency in Canada. This is the highest number of invitations issued since late June 2026, boosting the applicants’ CRS score by 600 points
Strategic Overview Of The Latest Draw
So far, IRCC has issued 129,715 invitations as of September 28, 2026, in the year's 57th Express Entry Draw.
Eligibility Criteria To Apply For The Latest Draw
To apply for the most recent Express Entry draw, applicants need to adhere to the following eligibility criteria to prevent any avoidable delays:
Applicants must have an active Express Entry profile under one of the three federal immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), or the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
Candidates must obtain a valid Provincial Nomination granted by the provincial government or immigration authorities.
Candidates must meet the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 725 in order to receive an invitation.
All documentation must be completed, and all Express Entry eligibility requirements, including academic credentials and work experience, must be satisfied.
What does the latest draw mean for immigrants?
The Express Entry-based Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on September 28, 2026, shows that Canada remains focused on filling regional job gaps. If you’ve landed a provincial nomination, you’re in a strong spot; the extra 600 CRS points give your application a huge boost and open the door to permanent residence.
Provinces look for professionals whose skills match what their local economies need. So if you’re planning to relocate to Canada through any immigration program, you can apply in the latest draw, which has issued more invitations, increasing your chances of PR and job growth.
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