Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in the latest Express Entry draw held on August 18, 2026.
Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 523 to receive an invitation.
IRCC also applied a tie-breaking rule of August 17, 2026, at 22:09:00 UTC. This means that where multiple candidates had the minimum CRS score of 523, only those who submitted their Express Entry profiles before that date and time received an invitation.
The latest round continues IRCC’s use of programme-specific Express Entry draws, with this invitation round focusing exclusively on candidates in the Canadian Experience Class.
The Canadian Experience Class is designed for skilled workers who have gained eligible work experience in Canada and meet the programme’s language and other eligibility requirements.
Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply can now begin preparing their application for permanent residence and must ensure that all supporting documents are complete and accurate before submitting them within the required deadline.
Draw Summary
- Draw type: Canadian Experience Class
- Invitations issued: 1,000
- Minimum CRS score: 523
- Rank required: 1,000 or above
- Tie-breaking rule: August 17, 2026, at 22:09:00 UTC
How Sehli Global Can Help
As a licensed Canadian immigration consulting firm, Sehli Global helps eligible candidates assess their Express Entry profile, prepare permanent residence applications and respond to Invitations to Apply.
If you received an invitation or want to improve your chances in future Express Entry draws, you can book a consultation with Sehli Global to discuss your immigration options.
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