IRCC held Express Entry draw #398 on February 20, 2026, issuing 4,000 invitations through Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3.

Key facts

  • Round: #398
  • Date: February 20, 2026
  • Round type: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3
  • Invitations issued: 4,000
  • CRS cutoff: 467
  • Tie-breaking rule: December 09, 2025 at 18:22:06 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=398

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What changed

This round issued 4,000 invitations to apply under Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3. The CRS cut-off was 467.

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.