published on 23 March 2026 @ 2:48 pm · COMMENT

Express Entry Draws – March 2026

This month, IRCC issued 9,500 ITAs to French language candidates across two draws, with CRS cut offs of 397 and 393, alongside its first Senior Managers selection, which issued 250 ITAs at a CRS of 429, highlighting a focus on bilingual talent and targeted labour market needs.

March 18, 2026 – French-Language Proficiency: 4,000 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 393
March 17, 2026 – Canadian Experience Class: 4,000 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 507
March 16, 2026 – Provincial Nominee Program: 362 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 742
March 5, 2026 – Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience: 250 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 429
March 4, 2026 – French-Language Proficiency: 5,500 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 397
March 3, 2026 – Canadian Experience Class: 4,000 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 508
March 2, 2026 – Provincial Nominee Program: 264 invitations issued, minimum CRS score 710

Through March 2026, Express Entry activity has continued to prioritize in Canada experience and strategic skill sectors: the Canadian Experience Class remains the largest source of ITAs, while French language proficiency draws have lower and lower cut-off scores. The inclusion of senior management and health care draws highlights IRCC’s adaptive approach to immigration planning in service of current economic priorities.

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