Canada has issued 3,500 Invitations to Apply in the latest Express Entry draw for candidates under the Trades Occupations category.
According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the draw took place on October 1, 2026, at 12:47:55 UTC, with a Comprehensive Ranking System score of 476 for the lowest-ranked candidate invited.
Candidates needed to rank 3,500 or above to receive an invitation.
The round was conducted under Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3.
Latest Express Entry Draw Results
The October 1 Express Entry round recorded the following results:
- Date and time: October 1, 2026 at 12:47:55 UTC
- Number of invitations issued: 3,500
- CRS score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited: 476
- Rank needed: 3,500 or above
- Tie-breaking rule: May 28, 2026 at 16:55:23 UTC
The tie-breaking rule applies if more than one candidate has the lowest CRS score. In that situation, the cut-off is based on the date and time the candidates submitted their Express Entry profiles.
What Happens After Receiving an Invitation to Apply
Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply in the October 1 draw can now move forward with their permanent residence application.
At this stage, applicants should ensure that the information and documents supporting their Express Entry profile accurately reflect the details used to receive their invitation.
If you received an Invitation to Apply in the latest Express Entry draw and need professional support preparing and submitting your permanent residence application, book an appointment with Sehli Global or call +1 (226) 799-7149.
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