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The Comprehensive Ranking System scores Express Entry candidates out of 1,200 points across four sections. Here's exactly how each factor is scored and where your points come from.

NewsMar 20, 20262 min read

IRCC Updates: Super Visa Income Changes, Passport Fee Hike, and Settlement Eligibility

Three policy changes in March 2026 affect Super Visa sponsors, passport applicants, and economic immigrants accessing settlement services.

Draw AnalysisMar 18, 20261 min read

Express Entry Draws #403 to #405: CEC Cutoff Drops Below 510

Mid-March brought three draws in three days with CEC hitting 507, the lowest since January. Here's the breakdown of draws #403 through #405.

Draw AnalysisMar 5, 20262 min read

Express Entry Draws #399 to #402: Senior Managers Category Makes Its Debut

Four draws in four days kicked off March 2026, including the first-ever Senior Managers category draw. Here's the full breakdown of draws #399 through #402.

Draw AnalysisMar 1, 20262 min read

Express Entry Draw #398: Healthcare Workers Get 4,000 ITAs

Draw #398 targeted healthcare and social services workers with a CRS cutoff of 467. Here's what the numbers mean and how this compares to recent category-based draws.

UpdatesMar 1, 20262 min read

Processing Times Snapshot: How Long IRCC Takes Right Now

A look at current IRCC processing times for Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship, and other major programs as of early 2026.