Canada has issued 955 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), continuing its efforts to select candidates nominated by provinces and territories across the country.
According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the draw took place on June 22, 2026, at 04:06:26 UTC.
The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an invitation was 730, while the tie-breaking rule was March 9, 2026, at 01:02:28 UTC.
This means that where multiple candidates had the same CRS score, invitations were issued based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.
What the Latest Draw Means for Applicants
The latest invitation round was a program-specific draw, meaning only candidates eligible under the Provincial Nominee Program were considered for invitations.
Provincial nominations remain one of the most important pathways within Canada’s immigration system because they allow provinces and territories to select candidates who can help address local labour market and economic needs.
For many applicants pursuing Permanent Residency in Canada, a provincial nomination can significantly strengthen their immigration profile and create opportunities that may not be available through other pathways.
The latest draw also demonstrates that Canada continues to use targeted invitation rounds alongside general and category-based Express Entry draws.
Why the CRS Score Was Higher Than Other Recent Draws
Some applicants may notice that the CRS cut-off score of 730 is considerably higher than scores seen in several recent Express Entry draws.
This is because Provincial Nominee Program candidates receive additional CRS points after obtaining a provincial nomination.
As a result, PNP-specific draws often have higher CRS cut-off scores than general Express Entry draws or category-based invitation rounds.
For applicants whose CRS scores are currently below recent Express Entry thresholds, exploring provincial nomination opportunities may be worth considering as part of their overall Canada PR strategy.
How Provincial Nominee Program Draws Work
Canada conducts different types of Express Entry invitation rounds throughout the year.
These include
- General draws
- Program-specific draws, and
- Category-based draws.
For a Provincial Nominee Program draw, only candidates who have received a provincial or territorial nomination and are eligible under the Provincial Nominee Program category can be considered for invitations.
The latest round was conducted under Ministerial Instructions issued on June 22, 2026, which authorized invitations to eligible Provincial Nominee Program candidates through the Express Entry system.
The instructions allowed for a maximum of 955 invitations to be issued during the invitation period from June 22 to June 23, 2026.
The Role of Sehli Global
Provincial Nominee Programs can play an important role in strengthening an applicant’s pathway to Permanent Residency in Canada.
As a licensed RCIC Canada immigration consultant firm, Sehli Global helps applicants assess their eligibility for provincial nomination programs, identify suitable pathways, and prepare immigration applications based on their individual circumstances.
Applicants seeking professional support with Provincial Nominee Program or Permanent Residency applications can book a consultation with Sehli Global.
Conclusion
Canada’s latest Provincial Nominee Program draw resulted in 955 Invitations to Apply being issued to eligible candidates, making it the largest PNP-specific Express Entry draw conducted so far in 2026.
With a CRS cut-off score of 730, the draw reflects the continued role of provincial nominations in helping provinces and territories select immigrants who can contribute to local economic and workforce priorities.
The draw also marks Canada’s first Express Entry invitation round in June, following a series of invitation rounds held in late May.
For applicants pursuing Permanent Residency through provincial nomination pathways, the latest round reinforces the continued importance of Provincial Nominee Programs within Canada’s immigration system.
As Canada continues conducting Express Entry draws throughout 2026, candidates may benefit from staying informed about both federal and provincial immigration opportunities that align with their profiles.
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