Express Entry Draw #438: August 31, 2026 PNP Draw at CRS 697
Express Entry Draw #438: August 31, 2026 PNP Draw and CRS Score Update Canada’s Express Entry system continues to be one of the country’s most important pathways for skilled workers seeking permanent residence. On August 31, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted another Express Entry selection, officially identified as Express Entry Draw #438 . The latest round focused on candidates eligible under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) . According to IRCC’s Ministerial Instructions, the August 31 round invited 562 candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 697 . For candidates in Etobicoke, Toronto and across Ontario, this latest selection highlights the importance of understanding both federal Express Entry and provincial nomination opportunities. A provincial nomination can significantly improve a candidate’s CRS position and may provide a pathway to an Invitation to Apply (ITA)....