IRCC held Express Entry draw #389 on January 5, 2026, issuing 574 invitations through Provincial Nominee Program.

Key facts

  • Round: #389
  • Date: January 5, 2026
  • Round type: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Invitations issued: 574
  • CRS cutoff: 711
  • Tie-breaking rule: October 06, 2025 at 01:54:31 UTC

Official source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/ministerial-instructions/express-entry-rounds/invitations.html?q=389

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What changed

This round issued 574 invitations to apply under Provincial Nominee Program. The CRS cut-off was 711.

Who it affects

Candidates eligible for the program or category named in this round. The CRS cut-off alone does not establish eligibility or guarantee an invitation; the applicable round criteria and tie-breaking rule also matter. Check the official instructions linked above.