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Category: Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3
Date: April 2, 2026
CRS Cutoff: 477
Invitations Issued: 3,000
Source: View Official IRCC Announcement
Tie-breaking rule: February 14, 2026 at 20:53:54 UTC
The current Express Entry draw, Draw Number 408, took place on April 2, 2026. The draw focused on trades occupations and had a cut-off Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 477. A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued during this draw.
Compared to the previous draw on March 30, 2026, which had a CRS score of 802, the current draw had a decrease of 325 points. During that draw, 356 ITAs were issued, resulting in a difference of 2,644 ITAs less in the current draw.
The March 18, 2026, draw had a CRS score of 393. The change in CRS score from that draw to the current one is an increase of 84 points. That draw issued 4,000 ITAs, resulting in a difference of 1,000 ITAs less in the current draw compared to that date.
The draw on March 17, 2026, had a CRS score of 507. The current draw demonstrates a decrease of 30 points from that draw. It also had a difference of 1,000 ITAs, with the March 17 draw issuing 4,000 ITAs compared to 3,000 in the current draw.
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system used to rank candidates in the Express Entry pool. Candidates are awarded points based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other adaptability factors. The highest-ranking candidates receive ITAs for permanent residence in Canada during regular draws from the pool.
ITAs are the invitations that allow successful candidates to apply for permanent residency under the Express Entry system. An ITA is a formal notification to a candidate that they can submit a complete application for permanent residency and must be acted upon within a specified timeframe.
For those looking to calculate their CRS score, refer to the [CRS Calculator Page]. For a comprehensive understanding of the Express Entry process, consult the [Express Entry Guide]. Additionally, those interested in provincial nominations can explore the [Provincial Nominee Program Overview].