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Proposed high-wage factor benefits Express Entry candidates in priority occupations

On June 12, 2026, Canada's immigration landscape saw a relevant update for Brazilians who are planning or already in process with IRCC. The information comes from CIC News (original source), a network specialized in Canadian immigration.

Express Entry remains the fastest route to permanent residence in Canada, and every new IRCC draw redefines the landscape for Brazilian candidates. This June 12, 2026 draw is part of the series of frequent rounds IRCC has been running throughout 2026.

What changes for Brazilians

Express Entry draws work like this:

1. You enter the pool with your calculated CRS score
2. IRCC runs periodic draws (weekly on average), selecting candidates by CRS cutoff or by category (healthcare, STEM, French language, trades, agriculture, trade, transport)
3. Whoever is invited (ITA) has 60 days to submit the complete application (eAPR)

For Brazilians, the key points to watch in each draw:

• CRS cutoff — if yours is close, prepare your documentation now
• Priority category — if you're in a listed NOC (e.g., 31103 physician, 21231 developer), your chance of an invitation jumps
• Draw size — larger draws (3,000+) tend to pull the CRS cutoff down

Next steps

1. Calculate your CRS score with our updated 2026 tool
2. Check the NOC search tool to find your category and see if it's on a priority list
3. If you're still not sure, take the free quiz to see your best programs
4. Follow the draw history to understand trends

Context on the Express Entry system

Express Entry manages three main federal programs: FSW (Federal Skilled Worker), CEC (Canadian Experience Class), and FST (Federal Skilled Trades). Since 2023, IRCC has also been running draws by occupation category, which opened new windows for specific profiles — especially healthcare, technology, and trades.

In 2026, the draw pattern remains mixed: general rounds, PNP rounds (which push the CRS up due to the 600 points from provincial nomination), and category rounds (which tend to have a much lower CRS cutoff).

Conclusion

IRCC policy changes affect Brazilians differently depending on profile, application timing, and current status. This is just a snapshot of a June 12, 2026 update — for the full picture of your case, take ImmigraCan's free eligibility quiz.

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*This content is informational and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. ImmigraCan is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or IRCC. Always confirm official information at canada.ca, and for your specific case, consult a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) or a specialized lawyer. Source: CIC News.*