Express Entry Draw 438: CRS 697, 562 ITAs

Category: Provincial Nominee Program

Date: August 31, 2026

CRS Cutoff: 697

Invitations Issued: 562

Source: View Official IRCC Announcement

Tie-breaking rule: April 12th, 2026 at 04:32:26 UTC

The recent Express Entry draw, Draw Number 438, occurred on August 31, 2026, and focused on the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for this draw was 697, with 562 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued. This draw saw a significant increase in the CRS score compared to the previous draw.

In comparison to the draw held on August 18, 2026, which had a CRS score of 523, there is a difference of 174 points between the two draws. The number of ITAs in the August 18 draw was 1,000, resulting in a difference of 438 fewer ITAs in the August 31 draw.

Looking back at the draw on August 17, 2026, the CRS score was 760. The difference in CRS points between this draw and the recent draw is 63 points. ITAs from the August 17 draw were 442, which translates to 120 more ITAs compared to the current draw.

In contrast to the draw on August 7, 2026, which had a CRS score of 470, the CRS score for the August 31 draw is 227 points higher. The August 7 draw issued 300 ITAs, which is 262 fewer than the latest draw.

The CRS is a points-based system utilized to assess and score candidates wishing to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system. Points are awarded based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other criteria. The total score determines a candidate’s rank within the Express Entry pool. ITAs are invitations issued to candidates who have met the required CRS score in a given draw, allowing them to apply for permanent residence. For more information, visit [CRS Calculator Page] and [Express Entry Guide]. For specifics on the Provincial Nominee Program, refer to [Provincial Nominee Program Overview].