Canada Holds New Express Entry Draw, Invites 2,500 CEC Candidates at CRS 519

The minimum CRS score required was 519, giving eligible candidates with Canadian work experience another opportunity to move forward with their Canada PR plans

Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw, inviting 2,500 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) to apply for permanent residence on October 15, 2026.

The minimum CRS score required was 519, giving eligible candidates with Canadian work experience another opportunity to move forward with their Canada PR plans.

Latest CEC Draw Details

• Draw date: October 15, 2026

• Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

• Invitations issued: 2,500

• Minimum CRS score: 519

• Rank required: 2,500 or above

What Does This Mean for Canada PR Aspirants?

The latest draw is encouraging news for candidates who have gained eligible skilled work experience in Canada and are looking to secure permanent residency.

Candidates with CRS scores around the latest cut-off should keep their Express Entry profiles updated and monitor upcoming invitation rounds. Those with lower scores can explore ways to improve their language results, review their eligibility for provincial nomination programmes, or check whether they qualify for relevant category-based draws.

However, future CRS cut-offs and invitation numbers will depend on IRCC’s decisions for each round.

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