Canada has issued another round of permanent residence invitations through Express Entry, targeting candidates in the Transport category. On October 28, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 150 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), with the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score set at 477.
The latest selection marks Canada’s second draw under the revised Transport category in 2026. Although the number of invitations was smaller than in the previous round, the draw offers another opportunity for eligible transport professionals to pursue Canadian permanent residence.
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Transport Category Draw – October 28
In the October 28 Express Entry draw, IRCC selected 150 candidates who met the requirements for the Transport category.
Candidates needed to meet both of the following conditions:
- A minimum CRS score of 477.
- An Express Entry profile submitted before 9:48:22 p.m. UTC on June 4, 2026.
The tie-breaking rule determines the order of selection among candidates who share the cut-off score. Candidates who submitted their profiles before the specified time receive priority over otherwise eligible candidates with the same CRS score who submitted theirs later.
This draw marks:
- The 65th Express Entry draw of 2026.
- The second selection under the revised Transport category.
- A seven-point increase in the CRS cut-off compared with the first Transport draw on August 7, when 300 candidates were invited at CRS 470.
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Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2026
The table below presents the Express Entry invitation rounds conducted throughout 2026, including the latest Transport category selection.
| Date | Draw Type | CRS cut-off score | ITAs issued |
| October 28 | Transport | 477 | 150 |
| October 27 | French-Language proficiency | 407 | 5,000 |
| October 26 | Provincial Nominee Program | 761 | 792 |
| October 16 | French-Language proficiency | 435 | 5,000 |
| October 15 | Canadian Experience Class | 519 | 2,500 |
| October 13 | Provincial Nominee Program | 772 | 752 |
| October 1 | Trades | 476 | 3,500 |
| September 29 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 | 2,000 |
| September 28 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 733 |
| September 16 | Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 389 | 250 |
| September 15 | Canadian Experience Class | 519 | 2,000 |
| September 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 734 | 576 |
| September 4 | Healthcare and social services | 475 | 3,500 |
| September 3 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 198 | 229 |
| September 1 | Canadian Experience Class | 521 | 2,000 |
| August 31 | Provincial Nominee Program | 697 | 562 |
| August 19 | French-Language proficiency | 382 | 5,000 |
| August 18 | Canadian Experience Class | 523 | 1,000 |
| August 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 760 | 442 |
| August 7 | Transport | 470 | 300 |
| August 6 | French-Language proficiency | 391 | 5,000 |
| August 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 3,000 |
| August 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 768 | 507 |
| July 23 | Skilled Military Recruits | 368 | 4 |
| July 22 | French-Language proficiency | 399 | 5,000 |
| July 21 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 2,000 |
| July 20 | Provincial Nominee Program | 744 | 511 |
| July 10 | Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 392 | 500 |
| July 9 | French-Language proficiency | 420 | 5,000 |
| July 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 517 | 2,000 |
| July 6 | Provincial Nominee Program | 708 | 534 |
| June 25 | Healthcare and social services | 475 | 4,000 |
| June 24 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 223 | 271 |
| June 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 4,000 |
| June 22 | Provincial Nominee Program | 730 | 955 |
| May 28 | French-Language proficiency | 409 | 4,500 |
| May 27 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 | 3,000 |
| May 25 | Provincial Nominee Program | 805 | 334 |
| May 11 | Provincial Nominee Program | 798 | 380 |
| April 29 | French-Language proficiency | 400 | 4,000 |
| April 28 | Canadian Experience Class | 514 | 2,000 |
| April 27 | Provincial Nominee Program | 795 | 473 |
| April 15 | French-Language proficiency | 419 | 4,000 |
| April 14 | Canadian Experience Class | 515 | 2,000 |
| April 13 | Provincial Nominee Program | 786 | 324 |
| April 2 | Trades | 477 | 3,000 |
| March 31 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 2,250 |
| March 30 | Provincial Nominee Program | 802 | 356 |
| March 18 | French-Language proficiency | 393 | 4,000 |
| March 17 | Canadian Experience Class | 507 | 4,000 |
| March 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | 742 | 362 |
| March 5 | Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 429 | 250 |
| March 4 | French-Language proficiency | 397 | 5,500 |
| March 3 | Canadian Experience Class | 508 | 4,000 |
| March 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 710 | 264 |
| February 20 | Healthcare and social services | 467 | 4,000 |
| February 19 | Physicians with Canadian work experience | 169 | 391 |
| February 17 | Canadian Experience Class | 508 | 6,000 |
| February 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | 789 | 279 |
| February 6 | French-Language proficiency | 400 | 8,500 |
| February 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 749 | 423 |
| January 21 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 6,000 |
| January 20 | Provincial Nominee Program | 746 | 681 |
| January 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 511 | 8,000 |
| January 5 | Provincial Nominee Program | 711 | 574 |
Express Entry ITAs Issued in 2026
With the latest Transport draw, Canada has issued a total of 149,409 ITAs through Express Entry in 2026, according to the supplied figures.
French-language candidates and Canadian Experience Class applicants account for the largest shares of invitations. Meanwhile, category-based selections continue to provide opportunities for candidates in specific occupations, including healthcare, trades, transport and senior management.
| Draw type | ITAs Issued |
| Canadian Experience Class | 57,250 |
| French-Language proficiency | 60,000 |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 10,814 |
| Healthcare and social services | 11,500 |
| Trades | 6,500 |
| Transport | 450 |
| Physicians with Canadian work experience | 891 |
| Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 1,000 |
| Skilled Military Recruits | 4 |
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Express Entry Draw Distribution in 2026
IRCC has conducted 65 invitation rounds across different Express Entry categories so far this year. The distribution shows that PNP and CEC selections remain prominent, alongside French-language draws and targeted occupational rounds.
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 21 |
| Canadian Experience Class | 18 |
| French-Language proficiency | 12 |
| Physicians with Canadian work experience | 3 |
| Healthcare and social services | 3 |
| Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience | 3 |
| Trades | 2 |
| Transport | 2 |
| Skilled Military Recruits | 1 |
Upcoming CRS Changes: What Candidates Need to Know
A significant change to Canada’s Express Entry system is scheduled to take effect on November 3, 2026. Under the revised system described in the announcement, eligible candidates may receive additional points through a new Labour Market Integration Factor (LMIF), linked to Canadian work experience and qualifying high-wage job offers.
The proposed changes include:
- Additional points for Canadian work experience: Eligible candidates may receive up to 150 points under the LMIF, or up to 140 points if applying with an accompanying spouse or common-law partner.
- Points for high-wage job offers: Qualifying offers may receive 50, 70 or 100 points, depending on the occupation’s wage level.
- High-wage occupation criteria: The policy identifies 186 occupations meeting the stated wage threshold, based on national median wages.
- Changes to LMIA requirements: Eligible job offers would no longer require an LMIA to qualify for these points, subject to the applicable rules.
The proposed LMIF would compare the available scores and award the greater applicable amount. Canadian work experience points would account for employment duration, with additional points available for qualifying experience in high-wage occupations.
The announcement also describes a temporary public policy concerning LMIA exemptions for certain job offers used to meet eligibility requirements under the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Federal Skilled Trades Program.
IRCC has indicated that Express Entry invitation rounds may be paused temporarily while candidate scores are recalculated, potentially for up to two weeks. Candidates should monitor official announcements for confirmation of implementation details and any changes to draw schedules.
Conclusion
The October 28 selection reinforces the importance of checking category-specific eligibility when planning a Canadian permanent residence application. Transport professionals who meet the relevant occupational and Express Entry requirements may benefit from targeted invitation rounds, although future cut-off scores and invitation numbers can change.
Candidates should ensure their Express Entry profiles accurately reflect their work experience, education, language results, and other eligibility factors. Those already in Canada who have submitted an eligible permanent residence application may also qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit, depending on their circumstances.
With 150 invitations issued at CRS 477, the latest draw adds another opportunity for eligible transport professionals seeking Canada PR. Candidates should also prepare for the upcoming CRS changes and verify the final rules before making decisions based on the revised points system.
