Canada Issues 576 PNP Invitations in September 14 Express Entry Draw
Canada invited 576 Provincial Nominee Program candidates to apply for permanent residence on September 14, 2026, with a CRS cut-off of 734—the largest PNP round since June and the 54th Express Entry draw of the year.
On September 14, 2026, Canada invited 576 Provincial Nominee Program candidates to apply for permanent residence in an Express Entry round with a minimum CRS score of 734. This marked a significant activity level for the PNP pathway.
At 576 invitations, it was the largest PNP round since the 955 issued on June 22, reflecting the broader expansion of PNP allocations in 2026. A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points, so a candidate invited at 734 held a base score of roughly 134 before the nomination was added.
Why This Matters for Your Application
IRCC has issued 8,537 invitations to PNP candidates across 18 rounds in 2026, bringing the year's total to 128,732 invitations across 55 Express Entry draws. For applicants whose Express Entry CRS score falls below the general draw threshold, provincial nomination remains the most viable pathway.
If you're considering a provincial nominee program, monitor your target province's official ITA updates and ensure your profile meets their specific stream requirements—each province sets its own eligibility criteria.
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