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Draw Tracker · Auto-updated from IRCC
Latest Express Entry Draw
The most recent Express Entry draw was draw #418 on May 28, 2026: a French Language draw that issued 4,500 invitations with a CRS cut-off of 409.
Every Express Entry round of invitations, auto-synced from the official IRCC feed within hours of release. CRS cut-off scores, ITAs issued, and the full history of 419 draws since 2015 — including general, category-based, French-language, and Provincial Nominee Program draws.
409
Latest CRS Score
566
Average CRS 2026
79,841
ITAs This Year
Every 5 days
Draw Frequency
2026 Year to Date
2026 Express Entry Draws by Category
So far in 2026, IRCC has issued 79,841 invitations across 30 Express Entry draws. Here is how those invitations break down by program and category.
| Category | ITAs | Draws | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Experience Class | 37,250 | 9 | 47% |
| French Language | 30,500 | 6 | 38% |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 4,450 | 11 | 6% |
Recent Cut-off Trends
CRS Cut-offs by Program (Last 30 Draws)
What you need to score to get an invitation depends heavily on which program is being drawn. Here's where each program sits right now.
| Program | Recent Draws | Avg CRS | Range | Last Draw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Language | 5 | 404 | 393 – 419 | May 28, 2026 |
| Canadian Experience Class | 5 | 513 | 507 – 518 | May 27, 2026 |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 5 |
Draw History
Recent Express Entry Draws
Complete history of all Express Entry rounds of invitations with CRS scores and ITAs issued.
| Draw # | Date | Program | CRS Score | ITAs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #418 | May 28, 2026 | French Language | 409 | 4,500 | View Analysis |
| #417 | May 27, 2026 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 |
Learn More
Understanding Express Entry Draws
CRS Ranking System
Candidates are ranked using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which awards points for age, education, language skills, work experience, and other factors.
Calculate Your ScoreProgram Types
IRCC conducts general draws, program-specific draws (CEC, FSW, FST), category-based draws (healthcare, STEM, French, trades), and provincial nominee draws.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often does IRCC conduct Express Entry draws?
IRCC typically conducts Express Entry draws every 1-2 weeks. The frequency can vary based on immigration targets and program-specific draws. In 2026, IRCC aims to issue approximately 395,000 invitations across all programs.
What is a good CRS score for Express Entry in 2026?
A competitive CRS score varies by draw type. General draws typically require 470-490+, while category-based draws (healthcare, French, trades) often have lower cut-offs ranging from 380-470. Provincial Nominee Program draws require 700+ due to the automatic 600-point boost.
What are category-based Express Entry draws?
Category-based draws target specific occupations or language skills, including healthcare workers, STEM professionals, French speakers, trades workers, transport occupations, and agriculture/agri-food workers. These draws often have lower CRS cut-offs than general draws.
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