As of October 23, 2026, IRCC has not announced a date, round type, invitation count or CRS cutoff for a November Express Entry draw.
IRCC’s latest published round was held on October 16. It invited 5,000 candidates in a French-language proficiency round, with a CRS cutoff of 435. The previous day, IRCC held a Canadian Experience Class round, issuing 2,500 invitations with a cutoff of 519. These results describe past rounds; they do not confirm what type of draw will happen next. Express Entry
Could the November 3 CRS changes delay the next draw?
Yes. IRCC says it will recalculate existing Express Entry profiles when its new CRS changes take effect on November 3. The process could take up to two weeks, and invitation rounds will be paused during the recalculation. IRCC says rounds will resume when the process is complete. Canada.ca
If the recalculation takes the full two weeks, rounds could resume around mid-November or later. That is a possible timing scenario, not a confirmed draw date. IRCC has not said exactly when the pause will end or when it will hold its next round.
Can anyone predict the November CRS cutoff?
No confirmed CRS cutoff is available before IRCC announces the details of a round. The cutoff depends on the round type, the number of invitations and the scores of candidates eligible for that round.
The new points for eligible Canadian work experience and qualifying job offers may also change candidates’ CRS scores after the recalculation. This means cutoffs from earlier rounds may not be directly comparable with a round held under the new rules.
What can Express Entry candidates do now?
Review your profile and make sure your information is accurate. If you have a job offer that may qualify for points, IRCC recommends updating your profile before November 3. After the recalculation, check your CRS score and follow IRCC’s official rounds page for confirmed announcements. Canada.ca
Frequently asked questions
Will there definitely be an Express Entry draw in November 2026?
IRCC has not confirmed a November draw date. The recalculation pause beginning November 3 may affect when invitation rounds resume.
What will the November 2026 CRS cutoff be?
There is no confirmed cutoff. It will depend on IRCC’s instructions for the round and the scores of eligible candidates in the pool.
Could a draw happen before November 3?
IRCC has not announced its future draw schedule. Candidates should check the official rounds page for updates rather than assume a draw will happen on a particular date.
Draw predictions are estimates, not guarantees. This article is for general information only and is not legal advice.
