IRCC starts September on a positive note. 15th Express Entry CEC draw of 2026 issues 2000 ITAs. Before we get to the positive part of the latest draw, we must look at the current draw details first.
Sep 1, 2026: Express Entry CEC draw
It is important to compare the current draw with the last Aug 18, 2026, Express Entry CEC draw. Because the difference in data easily points to how a particular draw is performing in real time.
| Latest Draw | Previous Draw | Change | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | PR Invites (ITAs) | CRS Cut-Off | Date | PR Invites (ITAs) | CRS Cut-Off | ITAs Change | CRS Cut-Off Change |
| Sep 1 2026 | 2000 | 521 | Aug 18 2026 | 1000 | 523 | 1000 | -2 |
Looking at the above table, we can see:
So, such news is positive for Canada PR aspirants who are either in the Express Entry pool or plan to apply later.
If you have an ITA in the current draw, then it means:
Thus, as you meet the above terms, you have an ITA to apply for a Canada PR visa. However, you need to make sure that you submit a complete and error-free visa application.
IRCC will then process your application. If satisfactory. you will get a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
When we reflect on all 15 Express Entry CEC draws that have been conducted up to now, we see some interesting points such as:
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