IRCC held Express Entry draw #435 on August 17, 2026, issuing 442 invitations through Provincial Nominee Program.

Key facts

  • Round: #435
  • Date: August 17, 2026
  • Round type: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Invitations issued: 442
  • CRS cutoff: 760
  • Tie-breaking rule: August 07, 2026 at 18:01:56 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=435

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What changed

This round issued 442 invitations to apply under Provincial Nominee Program. The CRS cut-off was 760.

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.