Canada Invites 752 Provincial Nominees to Apply for Permanent Residence in October 2026
Canada has issued 752 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, held on October 13, 2026. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the selection round for candidates who had received a provincial nomination and met the required Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. Candidates needed a minimum CRS score of 772 to receive an invitation in this draw. They also needed to have created their Express Entry profile before 1:57:33 p.m. UTC on July 15, 2026, to meet the tie-breaking rule. The latest draw highlights Canada’s continued focus on provincial nominees and candidates with connections to the country as part of its permanent residence selection strategy. Key Details of the October 13 Express Entry Draw The latest Provincial Nominee Program draw included the following requirements: Date of draw: October 13, 2026 Program: Express Entry – Provincial Nominee Progra...