Express Entry Draw 424: CRS 517, 2,000 ITAs

Category: Canadian Experience Class

Date: July 7, 2026

CRS Cutoff: 517

Invitations Issued: 2,000

Source: View Official IRCC Announcement

Tie-breaking rule: December 29, 2025 at 17:49:27 UTC

The current draw, Draw Number 424, issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on July 7, 2026, for candidates in the Canadian Experience Class category. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for this draw was 517. This represents a 42-point increase compared to the previous draw on June 25, 2026, which had a CRS score of 475.

On June 25, 2026, a total of 4,000 ITAs were issued at a CRS score of 475. The current draw saw a decrease of 2,000 in the number of ITAs issued compared to this previous draw. ITA totals decreased further when compared to the draw on June 23, 2026, where a higher CRS score of 516 also resulted in 4,000 ITAs being issued. The current draw thus recorded one less point in CRS than the June 23 draw, highlighting a numerical distinction in scores.

The June 24, 2026 draw shows a significant difference in CRS score as well, with a low score of 223 that resulted in only 271 ITAs issued. The current draw’s score of 517 is 294 points higher than the June 24 draw’s 223. The disparity in ITAs issued from this draw to the current draw is 1,729, highlighting a notable difference in participation opportunities.

CRS scores are derived from various factors including age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. These scores determine a candidate’s ranking within the Express Entry pool. ITAs are invitations issued to candidates who surpass a certain CRS score threshold in a given draw. The objective of each draw is to select a specific number of candidates from the pool for permanent residence in Canada, working within categories such as the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, and others.

For a detailed understanding of how to calculate your CRS score, visit the [CRS Calculator Page]. For comprehensive information on the application process and requirements, refer to our [Express Entry Guide]. Further insights into alternative pathways through immigration can be found in the [Provincial Nominee Program Overview].