Express Entry Draw 422 Highlights
| Draw Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Draw Number | 422 |
| Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Draw Type | Healthcare and Social Services Occupations |
| Invitations Issued | 4,000 |
| Minimum CRS Score | 475 |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | May 21, 2026 at 12:14:09 UTC |
Second Healthcare Draw of 2026
This marks the second Healthcare and Social Services category-based draw conducted by IRCC in 2026.
Compared to the previous healthcare draw held on February 20, 2026, the CRS cut-off increased slightly from 467 to 475, an increase of just 8 points. However, IRCC maintained the same number of invitations by issuing 4,000 ITAs in both draws.
The consistent invitation numbers demonstrate Canada’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its healthcare workforce through targeted immigration.
Recent Express Entry Draws in 2026
The latest draw follows several targeted Express Entry rounds conducted this week:
| Date | Draw Type | ITAs | CRS Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 25 | Healthcare and Social Services | 4,000 | 475 |
| June 24 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience | 271 | 223 |
| June 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 516 |
| June 22 | Provincial Nominee Program | 955 | 730 |
These consecutive draws highlight IRCC’s strategy of inviting candidates from different immigration streams based on Canada’s labour market priorities.
Express Entry Pool Continues to Grow
As of June 21, 2026, the Express Entry pool contained 239,645 candidates across all CRS score ranges.
With a large number of candidates competing for invitations, category-based draws continue to provide healthcare professionals with a valuable pathway to Canadian permanent residence, even when general Express Entry draws have higher CRS requirements.
89,067 ITAs Issued Through Express Entry in 2026
IRCC has conducted 34 Express Entry draws so far in 2026, issuing a total of 89,067 Invitations to Apply (ITAs).
The draws have included invitations through:
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- French-language proficiency category
- Healthcare and Social Services category
- Physicians with Canadian work experience
This diversified approach allows Canada to target skilled professionals who can help address shortages in key sectors of the economy.
Healthcare Professionals Remain in High Demand
Healthcare remains one of Canada’s highest-priority immigration categories due to increasing demand for skilled professionals across the country. Eligible occupations under the Healthcare and Social Services category include:
- Registered Nurses
- Licensed Practical Nurses
- Physicians
- Medical Laboratory Technologists
- Pharmacists
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Dentists
- Social Workers
- Psychologists
- Medical Radiation Technologists
- Other eligible healthcare and allied health professionals
For qualified healthcare workers with eligible work experience, category-based Express Entry draws continue to offer one of the strongest opportunities to obtain Canadian permanent residence.
What This Means for Prospective Immigrants
The latest draw reinforces Canada’s long-term commitment to attracting skilled healthcare and social service professionals. Candidates working in eligible occupations should ensure their Express Entry profiles are up to date and explore ways to improve their CRS score to maximize their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply in future draws.
Editorial Note: This article has been independently prepared using information available on the official IRCC website and is intended for informational purposes only.