Canada held its first Express Entry draw under the new “Physicians with Canadian work experience “category on February 19, 2026, with a CRS cut-off score of 169, the lowest since 2021. This draw invited 391 candidates to apply for permanent residency .
Key Details:
– Draw Date: February 19, 2026
– Category: Physicians with Canadian work experience
– ITAs Issued: 391
– CRS Cut-off Score:169
This is the second category-based selection draw and the ninth Express Entry selection of 2026. The low CRS cut-off score indicates a high demand for skilled physicians in Canada .
Previous Draws:
– February 17, 2026: Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw with a CRS cut-off score of 508, inviting 6,000 candidates
– February 16, 2026: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw with a CRS cut-off score of 789, inviting 279 candidates
