Traditionally Canada is always known as the first preference for immigration or an easy PR for Indians. With the introduction of Express Entry, Canada has welcomed millions of Indians with its Comprehensive Ranking System. However, due to rising inflation, massive backlogs and geopolitical scenario, the Canada immigration has been sluggish in the recent years.

Surprisingly, the year 2026 has brough a dramatic shift in the immigration. The regular Express Entry Draws and higher invitations shows persistent approach by the IRCC to spearhead immigration inflow to become fastest PR country 2026.

CANADA EXPRESS ENTRY CRS DRAW LIST – 2026 SO FAR

• January 5, 2026 – Canada PNP Draw CRS – 711, ITAs – 574
• January 7,2026 – Canada Experience Class Draw CRS – 511, ITAs – 8,000
• January 20, 2026 – Canada PNP Draw CRS – 746, ITAs – 681
• January 21, 2026 – Canada Experience Class Draw CRS – 509, ITAs – 6,000
• February 3, 2026 – Canada PNP Draw CRS – 749, ITAs – 423
• February 6, 2026 – Canada – French Category CRS – 400, ITAs – 8,500
• February 16, 2026 – Canada PNP Draw CRS – 789, ITAs – 279
• February 19, 2026 – Canada Physicians Category CRS – 169, ITAs – 391
• February 20, 2026 – Canada Healthcare Category CRS – 467, ITAs – 4,000

As of now, Canada has issued a total of 34,848 invitations under:
• Canadian Experience Class – 20,000 ITAs
• French-Language proficiency – 8,500 ITAs
• Healthcare and social services – 4,000 ITAs
• Provincial Nominee Program – 1,534 ITAs
• Physicians with Canada experience – 391 ITAs

NEW CRS TREND EXPLAINED:

As per the latest trends, Canada is primarily focusing on those who have work experience in Canada along with PNP and category-based candidates.

If you are an eligible candidate, choose Pearlwise to stay updated and file your application for the next draw. Call us at 9911805558 or mail us at info@pearlwiseconsulting.com