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Express Entry Draw: Canada Issues 473 ITAs for PNP Candidates

On 27th April 2026, 473 ITAs have been sent to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. 

In the Express Entry draw, to be eligible, the candidates were required to have:

  • a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 795
  • created their Express Entry profiles before April 13, 2026

When the previous PNP draw held on 13th April is considered, which issued 324 invitations with a CRS cut-off of 786, the latest round shows an increase in both the invitation numbers and also the cut-off scores.

PNP-specific draws mostly have higher cut-off CRS scores since nominees upon obtaining a provincial nomination receive an additional 600 CRS points. This raises their ranking in the Express Entry pool, increasing their chance of selection.

Canada's continued prioritization of skilled immigrants through targeted selection programs is reflected in the recent draws.