4 Express Entry Draws This Week: 7,515 ITAs Issued

The French-language draw was the largest, with 5,000 invitations and a 399 CRS cut-off. The Canadian Experience Class draw issued 2,000 invitations with a minimum CRS score of 516.

These results show strong opportunities for French-speaking candidates. CEC candidates remain a major focus, but current CRS scores remain competitive.

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Express Entry Draw Highlights

• Draw #430: Skilled Military Recruits, 2026-Version 1
  • Invitations issued: 4
  • Minimum CRS: 368
  • Date: July 23, 2026
  • UTC time: Not provided in the supplied data
  • Tie-breaking rule: Not provided in the supplied data
• Draw #429: French-Language Proficiency, 2026-Version 2
  • Invitations issued: 5,000
  • Minimum CRS: 399
  • Date: July 22, 2026
  • UTC time: Not provided in the supplied data
  • Tie-breaking rule: Not provided in the supplied data
• Draw #428: Canadian Experience Class
  • Invitations issued: 2,000
  • Minimum CRS: 516
  • Date: July 21, 2026
  • UTC time: Not provided in the supplied data
  • Tie-breaking rule: Not provided in the supplied data
• Draw #427: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Invitations issued: 511
  • Minimum CRS: 744
  • Date: July 20, 2026
  • UTC time: Not provided in the supplied data
  • Tie-breaking rule: Not provided in the supplied data

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Who Was Invited in These Express Entry Draws?

The July 20 PNP draw invited Express Entry candidates with provincial nominations. A nomination usually adds 600 points to a candidate's CRS score.

The July 21 CEC draw targeted candidates with eligible skilled work experience in Canada. Candidates also needed to meet the other Canadian Experience Class requirements.

The July 22 French draw invited candidates who met the French-language category rules. They also needed to qualify under an Express Entry program.

The July 23 military recruits draw was much smaller. Only four invitations were issued under this highly specific category.

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French and CEC Candidates Received the Most Opportunities

French-language and CEC draws continue to issue the largest numbers of invitations in 2026.

IRCC has held eight French-language draws this year. These rounds issued 40,500 ITAs, with CRS cut-offs between 393 and 420.

The latest French draw invited 5,000 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 399. This was 21 points lower than the July 9 French draw.

CEC has received more invitations overall. Twelve CEC rounds have issued 45,250 ITAs during 2026.

However, CEC cut-off scores have remained much higher. They have ranged from 507 to 518 this year.

The latest CEC cut-off was 516. It was one point lower than the 517 cut-off on July 7.

French-speaking candidates currently have a clear advantage when they meet the category rules. They may receive invitations with much lower CRS scores than recent CEC candidates.

CEC remains an important path for candidates with Canadian work experience. However, candidates below recent cut-offs may need to improve their scores or consider other pathways.

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What These Draws Mean for Candidates

• French-speaking candidates should keep valid language results in their profiles.
• Candidates should confirm that their French scores meet the category rules.
• CEC candidates should focus on every possible CRS improvement.
• Higher language scores may improve both CRS points and category eligibility.
• Candidates should update new work experience, education, and family details.
• Candidates with lower CRS scores should also explore provincial nominations.

The 2026 results also show a repeated sequence of PNP, CEC, and French draws.

IRCC held these three draw types between July 6 and July 9. It repeated the same sequence between July 20 and July 22.

Similar draw clusters may happen again in the coming weeks. However, IRCC does not publish a guaranteed Express Entry draw schedule.

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Which Candidates May Have More Opportunities Next?

French-speaking candidates appear to have the strongest current advantage. French draws combine high invitation numbers with lower CRS cut-offs.

Each French draw in 2026 has issued between 4,000 and 8,500 invitations. Cut-off scores have remained between 393 and 420.

CEC candidates also continue to receive regular opportunities. CEC has been the second most common draw category, with 12 rounds.

However, recent CEC scores have remained between 516 and 518. Candidates below this range should not depend only on CEC draws.

PNP draws remain frequent, with 14 rounds held during 2026. However, each round has issued fewer invitations than most French or CEC rounds.

A provincial nomination can still transform a candidate's chances. The free PNP Finder gives instant eligible pathways based on the answers provided.

Special category draws may also continue. However, categories such as military recruits and senior managers have narrow eligibility rules.

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2026 Express Entry Draw Results: Complete ITA Tracker

IRCC has issued 104,616 invitations across 42 Express Entry draws so far in 2026.

Track every invitation round below. This breakdown shows ITAs by draw category, CRS trends, and progress toward IRCC's annual targets.

All Express Entry Draws in 2026

The table below lists every Express Entry round in 2026 so far. It shows the draw date, program stream, ITAs issued, and minimum CRS cut-off.

2026 Express Entry Draws by Program Category

This breakdown groups invitation rounds by stream. It shows draw frequency, total ITAs, and the CRS score range for each program type.

IRCC 2026 Targets and Express Entry ITAs Issued to Date

The table below compares Express Entry ITAs against IRCC's 2026 admissions targets. ITAs and admissions are not the same.

Important: ITAs and admissions are not equivalent. Multiple ITAs may be issued to reach each admissions target, and not all ITA recipients become permanent residents.

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If You Received an ITA: What to Do Next

Candidates normally have limited time to submit a complete permanent residence application.

• Read every instruction in your Express Entry account.
• Confirm that your profile information remains correct.
• Collect police certificates from each required country.
• Arrange your immigration medical examination when required.
• Request employment letters with duties, dates, hours, and salary.
• Prepare education, language, identity, and civil status documents.
• Check every form and document before submitting your application.

Use UmberApp AI Chat for any Canada immigration question. The free chat is not limited to permanent residence topics.

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If You Did Not Receive an ITA: Next Steps

• Keep your Express Entry profile active and accurate.
• Retake a language test when a higher score is realistic.
• Consider French testing if you already have French-language skills.
• Add new eligible work experience as soon as possible.
• Review provincial programs linked to your occupation and location.
• Check whether your spouse can improve your combined CRS score.
• Avoid relying on unofficial predictions or expected draw dates.

Read the Express Entry overview to understand the main programs and selection process.

Find your eligible provincial pathways instantly with the free PNP Finder.