February Begins With First Express Entry Draw Issuing 423 PR Invitations

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. This Express Entry draw is the first draw of the month and the fifth draw of the year.

This strategic move to invite Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates is part of Canada’s ongoing efforts to bolster its immigration framework, particularly in response to regional demands for skilled labour.

Moreover, the Express Entry draws in 2026 have shown a marked focus on candidates with a connection to Canada, particularly emphasizing those with provincial nominations and Canadian work experience.

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Express Entry Draw Results

Canada released the latest Express Entry draw on February 03, 2026, inviting 423 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 749.

Type of Draw: Provincial Nominee Program

• Draw Number: 393
• Date of Round: February 03, 2026
• Number of ITAs Issued: 423
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 749
• Tie-Breaking Rule: December 16, 2025, at 22:30:36 UTC

If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is determined by the date and time of their Express Entry profile submission.

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Express Entry Summary of 2026

The following table highlights Express Entry draws held in 2026, including draw dates, program categories, the number of invitations issued, and the minimum CRS scores required.

So far in 2026, IRCC has issued 15,678 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across multiple Express Entry draws, with a strong emphasis on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates.

Types Of Rounds Of Invitations For Express Entry

Express Entry invitation rounds are conducted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to invite eligible candidates to apply for Canada PR. These rounds vary based on Canada’s labour market needs and immigration targets.

• Program-specific rounds of invitations: These rounds invite candidates from a single program, such as the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

• Category-based rounds of invitations: Category-based rounds focus on candidates with in-demand skills, work experience in targeted occupations, or strong proficiency in French.

• General rounds of invitations: General rounds invite top-ranking candidates across all Express Entry program based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores.

Each round sets a unique CRS cut-off and number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs), helping IRCC select candidates who best meet Canada’s economic and regional priorities.

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Source: canada.ca

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