Express Entry news and analysis from a Vancouver immigration lawyer: draw results, CRS score trends, category-based selection, and practical strategy for Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class and provincial nominee candidates.
IRCC issued 5,000 invitations in a French-language draw on July 9, 2026, at cut-offs far below general rounds. If you can reach CLB 7 in French, this remains the widest door into permanent residence.
French Still Wins Express Entry: 5,000 Invitations at Low CRS Scores in the July 9 Draw Read More »
IRCC expanded category-based selection in 2026: physicians, senior managers, researchers, transport workers and skilled military recruits joined the list, and the qualifying work experience requirement doubled to 12 months.
Category-based draws now dominate Express Entry. Official IRCC data from spring 2026 shows where CRS cut-offs are landing for CEC, PNP, French speakers, trades and healthcare candidates.
Express Entry in 2026: What Recent Draws Tell Us About CRS Scores Read More »
Express Entry is not a queue, it’s a competition. Here’s how the Comprehensive Ranking System scores you, and what you can do to climb.
Express Entry Explained: How Canada’s CRS System Actually Works Read More »
