Canada Immigration Draw Summary: June 2026 — 14,071 ITAs Issued

June 2026 was a highly active month for Canadian immigration, with 34 draws held across federal and provincial programs, resulting in 14,071 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued to prospective permanent residents. Federal Express Entry accounted for 4 draws and a combined 9,226 ITAs, while 30 provincial draws contributed the remaining 4,845 invitations. CRS scores at the federal level ranged from a low of 223 (Physicians with Canadian Work Experience) to a high of 730 (Provincial Nominee Program), reflecting the broad diversity of candidate profiles being targeted. Alberta's AAIP was the most prolific provincial program with seven separate draws, followed by BC PNP with seven draws as well. Quebec's PSTQ (Arrima) issued over 2,500 invitations across three streams on a single day, making it the largest single-day provincial output of the month. The month's overall theme was clear: Canada continued to prioritize healthcare professionals, skilled tradespeople, and internationally experienced workers as it works to meet ambitious immigration targets.

Express Entry Highlights

June 2026 produced four notable federal Express Entry draws. On June 22, Draw #419 targeted Provincial Nominee Program candidates with a CRS cut-off of 730, issuing 955 ITAs — consistent with the historically elevated scores seen in PNP-specific rounds. On June 23, Draw #420 was a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) round with a CRS of 516 and 4,000 ITAs issued, making it the largest single draw of the month and a strong signal of continued demand for candidates with Canadian work experience. On June 24, Draw #421 targeted Physicians with Canadian Work Experience under the 2026-Version 1 category, with a notably low CRS cut-off of 223 and 271 ITAs — underscoring the federal government's urgent push to bring foreign-trained physicians into Canada's strained healthcare system. Closing out the federal draws on June 25, Draw #422 was a Healthcare Occupations category-based round with a CRS of 475 and a further 4,000 ITAs issued, cementing healthcare as the dominant occupational priority for June 2026.

Provincial Nominee Program Highlights

Provincial programs were exceptionally active throughout June 2026, spanning all regions of Canada. Alberta's AAIP held seven draws targeting a range of streams: the Alberta Opportunity Stream (462 ITAs, CRS 50), the Rural Renewal Stream (54 ITAs, CRS 51), the Dedicated Health Care Pathway in both Express Entry (49 ITAs, CRS 60) and non-Express Entry (35 ITAs, CRS 45) formats, and three rounds under the Priority Sectors stream for Manufacturing, Health Care, and Agriculture — with CRS scores ranging from 50 to 63 and a combined 192 ITAs. British Columbia held seven draws spanning its Base, Regional, Build: Construction Trades, Care: Veterinary Care, Care: Childcare, Care: Health, and Innovate: High Economic Impact streams. BC's scores ranged from CRS 92 (Veterinary Care) to CRS 136 (High Economic Impact), with Construction Trades (128 ITAs) and Care: Health (117 ITAs) issuing the largest volumes. Quebec's PSTQ (Arrima) issued 1,094 ITAs in Stream 1 (CRS 677), 756 in Stream 2 (CRS 624), 677 in Stream 3 (CRS 562), and 22 in Stream 4, totalling 2,549 invitations. New Brunswick's INNB held four draws covering Skilled Workers (138 ITAs), Atlantic Immigration Program (97 ITAs), Express Entry (75 ITAs), and two Francophone Strategic Initiatives (52 and 94 ITAs). Manitoba's MPNP Skilled Worker Stream held two draws (Draws #272 and #273), issuing 104 and 124 ITAs respectively. Prince Edward Island issued 182 ITAs in a single PEI PNP draw, and Newfoundland & Labrador's NLPNP issued 108 invitations.

What the Numbers Mean for Applicants

June 2026's draw data carries several important signals for prospective immigrants planning their pathway to Canadian permanent residence.

• Healthcare professionals are in an exceptionally strong position: with two large federal draws (Healthcare Occupations and Physicians with Canadian Work Experience) and multiple provincial healthcare streams active in Alberta and BC, candidates in NOCs related to medicine, nursing, and allied health should prioritize optimizing their Express Entry profile and securing Canadian work experience or a job offer wherever possible.
• CEC candidates with CRS scores in the 500–520 range should remain engaged — the June 23 draw cut at 516, and with two CEC-style draws having occurred in recent months, another round is likely before summer ends. Improving language scores or adding a provincial nomination can be decisive at this score range.
• Candidates with lower CRS scores (below 400) should seriously explore provincial pathways: Alberta's Opportunity Stream cut off at CRS 50, the Rural Renewal Stream at CRS 51, and BC's Care streams ranged as low as CRS 92 — these programs offer viable routes to permanent residence for candidates who may not qualify through federal Express Entry alone.

Outlook for Next Month

Looking ahead to July 2026, immigration activity is expected to remain strong, though draw frequency may moderate slightly as federal departments manage mid-year processing volumes. A general Express Entry All-Programs or French-language proficiency draw remains possible, as no such round occurred in June — candidates with TEF or TCF scores demonstrating strong French skills should ensure their profiles are complete and up to date. Healthcare category draws are expected to continue given Canada's ongoing physician and nursing shortages. On the provincial side, Alberta and BC are likely to hold additional draws given their high demand for construction, healthcare, and agricultural workers heading into Q3. New Brunswick and other Atlantic provinces may increase Francophone-focused draws as Canada pursues its French-language immigration objectives. Applicants should watch for any federal policy announcements regarding 2026 levels adjustments, which could influence draw sizes and frequency in the second half of the year.

Take Action Now

June 2026 demonstrated that Canada's immigration system is actively issuing thousands of ITAs each month across a diverse range of programs and candidate profiles. Whether your strength is Canadian work experience, a healthcare background, a trade qualification, or French-language proficiency, there is likely a pathway suited to your profile. The key is ensuring your application is complete, competitive, and submitted at the right time.

• Book a free consultation with an ITC iLand immigration consultant to identify which federal or provincial stream best matches your education, work experience, language scores, and personal situation.
• Request a professional CRS score assessment and profile review — small improvements in language testing, employment records, or education credential recognition can significantly raise your score and expand your program eligibility.
• Sign up for ITC iLand's monthly draw alerts so you never miss a new invitation round that could be relevant to your profile, and stay informed as program requirements evolve throughout 2026.