Express Entry CEC Draw: 3,000 Invitations Issued, CRS Cutoff 518 — May 27, 2026

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw on May 27, 2026, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 518.

Draw Details

The tie-breaking rule applied to profiles submitted before April 30, 2026 at 03:16:01 UTC. Candidates who received an ITA have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application.

Who Received an Invitation?

This draw was exclusively for the Canadian Experience Class, which targets candidates who have at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada. If your CRS score was 518 or higher and your profile was active before the tie-breaking date, check your IRCC account — you may have received an ITA.

What Is the Canadian Experience Class?

The CEC is one of the main streams managed through the Express Entry system. It is designed for temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have already built their lives in Canada. Unlike other streams, CEC draws do not require a job offer.

What to Do If You Received an ITA

Once you receive an Invitation to Apply, you have exactly 60 days to submit your permanent residence application through your IRCC online account. Missing this deadline results in the ITA being withdrawn. Ensure all your documents — police certificates, medical exams, language results — are current and accurate before submitting.

What to Do If Your Score Is Below 518

A CRS score below the cutoff does not mean your immigration journey is over. There are several legitimate ways to improve your score: improving your language test results, completing additional education, securing a provincial nomination (which adds 600 CRS points), or obtaining a valid job offer. An RCIC can review your profile and identify the fastest path forward for your specific situation.