In a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 22, IRCC issued 955 invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Express Entry pool. The minimum CRS score required to get an ITA in this PNP Express Entry draw was 730.
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Key Takeaways
Type of draw: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Invitations issued: 955
Minimum CRS score: 730
Tie-breaking rule: March 09, 2026 at 01:02:28 UTC
Prediction for next draw: Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on June 23, 2026. Check our dedicated page for more on when we’re expecting the next Express Entry draw.
Our Analysis of this Express Entry Draw
In today’s PNP draw, 955 candidates with a provincial nomination received invitations to apply (ITA) for permanent residence. The CRS cut-off for this round was 730.
This draw comes after a long break — the last PNP draw was on May 25, almost four weeks ago. The fact that IRCC skipped a draw also explains why this one is much larger than usual — with the most PNP ITAs issued so far in 2026. The smallest was in March (264 ITAs). However, the size of PNP draws typically depends on the number of Express Entry candidates with a provincial nomination.
As of June 21, there were 941 Express Entry profiles in the pool with a score above 601. A provincial nomination is worth 600 points. So, getting one almost guarantees an ITA in the next PNP draw.
The previous May 25 draw saw the highest CRS cut-off for a PNP draw in 2026 at 805. The lowest was 710 on March 2, 2026. At 730, the CRS cut-off for the June 22 draw falls well within the normal range.
This is the 12th PNP draw of 2026. It brings the total number of PNP ITAs issued so far in 2026 to 5,405.
What Does This Mean for PNP Candidates?
If you’re in the Express Entry pool as a PNP candidate, one thing working in your favour is consistency. Except for one skipped draw in June, PNP draws have maintained a predictable biweekly cadence.
Once you get a provincial nomination, it adds 600 points to your CRS score. This means you can usually expect an ITA in the next PNP draw.
According to the 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan, the admissions target for PNP is 91,500. The 5,405 ITAs issued so far may seem insignificant compared to that target, but it’s important to keep in mind that not all PNP applications go through the Express Entry system.
Moreover, there is a significant backlog of PNP applications at the IRCC. As of June 8, 124,000 people were waiting for a decision on their PNP permanent residence application. This includes 14,000 people through Express Entry PNP and 110,200 through base PNP streams outside Express Entry. This means IRCC has more than enough applications under processing to meet its 2026 target.
But this isn’t a reason to worry. The estimated processing time to Express Entry PNP application is now 6 months. So, if you received an ITA today, you will likely count towards the 2027 target and become a permanent resident of Canada next year.
What’s Next for Express Entry Candidates
A provincial nomination is still the most direct way to move up in the Express Entry pool. The 600-point boost from a nomination brings most candidates well above the typical CEC cut-off, which makes an ITA in the next PNP draw nearly guaranteed. If you don’t have a nomination yet, start by researching which provinces align with your occupation and settlement goals. Not all PNP streams run through Express Entry, so check whether the streams you’re considering are linked to the federal pool.
If a provincial nomination isn’t in reach right now, there are other ways to strengthen your position:
- Retake your language test if there’s room to improve your score
- Work toward proficiency in French. Beyond improving your CRS score, a strong result can also open the door to French-language category draws, which have consistently run below the CEC cut-off this year
- If you have a spouse or partner, make sure their profile is included and their language scores are as strong as possible
- Consider whether additional education or work experience could meaningfully move your score
If your work experience falls under healthcare, trades, STEM, education, or another priority category, category-based draws may be worth tracking as well.
Further Resources for PNP Candidates
For more information:
- Track PNPs with our Live PNP tracker
- Learn more about PNPs in our beginner’s guide
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Sugandha Mahajan
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Born and raised in New Delhi, India, Sugandha moved to Canada as a permanent resident in early 2020, just weeks before the pandemic shut everything down. She has first-hand experience with many common newcomer challenges, including navigating the Express Entry system, finding a job without Canadian experience, and figuring out small talk. To deepen her understanding of the field, she is currently pursuing a Graduate Diploma in Immigration & Citizenship Law at Queen’s University.
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