Latest Express Entry Draw

Every Express Entry draw changes the pool. Here is exactly what happened in the most recent round — and what it means for candidates still waiting.

IRCC publishes draw results the same day they happen: the draw number, the date, how many invitations to apply were issued, the CRS cut-off score, and the draw type—whether it was a general Canadian Experience Class round, a Federal Skilled Worker draw, or a category-based draw targeting a specific occupation group like healthcare, French-language proficiency, or trades.

The raw numbers tell you what happened. The analysis on this page tells you what it means.

A cut-off of 510 in a 3,500-ITA draw reads very differently from a cut-off of 510 in a 1,000-ITA draw. Draw size, pool composition, how long since the previous draw, and which categories IRCC is prioritising all shape where the cut-off lands. Each result post below breaks that context down so you are not just reading a number — you are understanding the trend behind it.

If your CRS score sits near the recent cut-off range, two things are worth doing right now. First, calculate your exact score using the CRS Score Calculator to confirm where you actually stand — many candidates miscalculate their spouse factors or skill transferability points. Second, check whether your occupation qualifies for a category-based draw, which can invite candidates at cut-offs 50 to 100 points below the general pool.

Not sure which pathway fits your profile? A free immigration assessment gives you a personalized read on your options based on your current score and situation.