On May 9, 2026, IRCC held Express Entry Draw #416 for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), issuing 2,000 ITAs with a CRS cut-off of 519 points. The profile creation cut-off date was November 12, 2025.
Draw #416 Results — CEC
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Draw Date | May 9, 2026 |
| Category | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| Minimum CRS Score | 519 points |
| ITAs Issued | 2,000 |
| Profile Creation Cut-off | November 12, 2025 |
| Cumulative 2026 ITAs | 76,100 |
CEC: The Priority Path for Workers in Canada
The Canadian Experience Class is the most active stream in 2026. It is designed for candidates who have been legally working in Canada for at least one year in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation under the National Occupational Classification (NOC).
CEC Eligibility Requirements
- At least 12 months of skilled Canadian work experience in the past 3 years
- NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation
- Language requirements: CLB 7 minimum (TEER 0/1), CLB 5 (TEER 2/3)
- Intent to live outside Quebec (or obtain a CSQ for Quebec)
🍁 PGWP Holders: Plan Ahead
If you are working in Canada on a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP), your Canadian experience counts toward CEC eligibility once you reach 12 months. Submit your Express Entry profile 6 months before your PGWP expires to avoid any gap in status.
How to Reach CRS 519
| Optimization Strategy | CRS Points Gained |
|---|---|
| Improve IELTS from CLB 8 to CLB 9 (1st language) | +20 to +40 pts |
| Add a 2nd official language (French test) | +15 to +50 pts |
| Canadian degree (vs. foreign credential) | +15 pts |
| Valid job offer (TEER 0/1) | +50 or +200 pts |
| Provincial Nomination (PNP) | +600 pts → guaranteed ITA |
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