Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw on April 14, 2026, issuing 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class.
The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 515 points.
This draw represents a continued focus by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on candidates already integrated into the Canadian labour market. Draw number 410 follows a series of invitations in early 2026 aimed at meeting the ambitious targets set out in the latest Immigration Levels Plan.
State of the Pool
The latest draw saw the tie-breaking rule implemented on June 10, 2025 at 02:46:26 UTC. If more than one candidate had the minimum CRS score, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before this date and time received invitations.
Candidates have a 60-day window to submit their applications, which will usually be processed within the six-month standard.
Summary of Recent Draws
- Draw 410 is the latest in a series of program-specific rounds, following a busy March that saw multiple category-based invitations.
- The CRS cutoff of 515 reflects a competitive pool of candidates with significant Canadian work experience and high language proficiency.
- So far in 2026, IRCC has maintained a steady cadence of draws, balancing general, program-specific, and category-based selections to address specific economic needs.
What Can Employers Do To Recruit Foreign Workers?
Employers are encouraged to consider securing an LMIA or nomination under provincial nomination programs (PNPs) to ensure long-term retention of employees.
At immigration.ca we provide Canadian employers with unparalleled immigration legal services and can help with the recruitment of foreign nationals. We bring qualified candidates to Canada in the shortest time possible. Employers in a wide range of industries can directly benefit from our unique position as one of Canada’s leading immigration firms in the industry to meet both their recruitment and immigration requirements.
Interested employers wishing to seek our assistance are invited to contact us here for further information.
What Should Candidates Do Next?
Securing an approved offer of employment is highly recommended as one of the best pathways to guaranteeing an ITA in the next round of invitations.
Find out whether you qualify for Canada by completing our free online evaluation. We will provide you with your evaluation results within 1-2 business days.
