Canada Express Entry PNP draw issues 562 invitations

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted Express Entry Draw #438 on August 31, 2026, issuing 562 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for this round was 697. Because provincial nominations grant 600 points, the lowest-ranked candidate in this draw held a base score of 97.

In a separate regional development, Newfoundland and Labrador issued 97 invitations for provincial nomination on September 4, 2026. This marks the province's 13th selection round of the year. All 97 invitations were issued through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), with no candidates selected via the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) in this specific round.