Provincial nominees receive invitations in first Express Entry draw since May | ImmigraCan

Provincial nominees receive invitations in first Express Entry draw since May

On June 22, 2026, the Canadian 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 specializing in Canadian immigration.

The Express Entry system remains the fastest route to permanent residence in Canada, and each new IRCC draw reshapes the landscape for Brazilian candidates. This draw on June 22, 2026 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. Those invited (ITA) have 60 days to submit their complete application (eAPR)

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

• CRS cutoff — if yours is close, get your documentation ready now
• Prioritized category — if you're in a listed NOC (e.g., 31103 physician, 21231 developer), your invitation chances jump
• 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 prioritized
3. If you're still unsure, 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 run draws by occupation category, which has opened new windows for specific profiles — especially healthcare, technology, and trades.

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

Conclusion

IRCC policy changes affect Brazilians differently depending on their profile, application timeline, and current status. This is just a snapshot of an update from June 22, 2026 — for the full picture of your case, take ImmigraCan's free eligibility quiz.

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