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
Immigration Updates
Latest analysis across Express Entry, PNP, and more.
Provincial Nominee Program Update — April 11, 2026
Apr 11, 2026
Canada increased PNP targets to 91,500 for 2026, representing a 66% increase from the previous 55,000 target
PR & Citizenship Update — April 11, 2026
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
Study Permits Update — April 11, 2026
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
Family Sponsorship Update — April 11, 2026
Apr 11, 2026
Family sponsorship processing times have generally decreased, particularly for Parents and Grandparents Program applications
Work Permits Update — April 11, 2026
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
IRCC Policy Update — April 11, 2026
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