New Express Entry draw for candidates with Canadian work experience
The CRS cutoff increased in the new selection round.
On April 14, 2026, the Canadian government held a new Express Entry draw for candidates with Canadian work experience under the Canadian Experience Class category.
2,000 people received invitations to apply for permanent residence. The minimum passing score in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) was 515. Compared to the previous draw, the requirements have increased again.
For comparison, in the previous draw on March 31, 2026, the minimum score was 509, and 2,250 people received invitations. This means the cut-off score went up by 6 points, while the number of invitations issued decreased slightly.
Want to know how many points you would score? Use our free CRS calculator to assess your chances of immigrating to Canada.
How does the Express Entry system work?
Express Entry is an online platform through which Canada selects candidates for permanent residence under three federal programs:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program for skilled professionals;
- Canadian Experience Class for those who have already worked in Canada;
- Federal Skilled Trades Program for skilled trades workers.
CRS points are awarded for various factors: age, education, English or French language skills, work experience and Canadian experience, marital status, and adaptability.
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