Express Entry Update — April 11, 2026
Apr 11, 2026
The most recent Express Entry draw (#408) was held on April 2, 2026, issuing 3,000 invitations for Trade Occupations with a CRS cutoff of 477
Latest analysis across Express Entry, PNP, and more.
Apr 11, 2026
The most recent Express Entry draw (#408) was held on April 2, 2026, issuing 3,000 invitations for Trade Occupations with a CRS cutoff of 477
Apr 11, 2026
Canada increased PNP targets to 91,500 for 2026, representing a 66% increase from the previous 55,000 target
Apr 11, 2026
Canada's new TR to PR pathway quietly launched in March 2026, targeting 33,000 foreign workers over two years with focus on rural and in-demand sectors
Apr 11, 2026
Canada set 2026 study permit targets at 408,000 total (155,000 new permits plus 253,000 extensions), representing a 7% decrease from 2025
Apr 11, 2026
Family sponsorship processing times have generally decreased, particularly for Parents and Grandparents Program applications
Apr 11, 2026
LMIA-exempt work permit targets increased significantly to 170,000 in 2026, a 32% increase from previous plans, while LMIA-based permits decreased to 60,000
Apr 11, 2026
Canada's 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan focuses on reducing temporary resident population to under 5% of total population by end of 2027