2017 vs 2016
Total Draws
2017
30
2016
27
+3 more draws
Total ITAs
2017
86,023
2016
33,782
+52,241 more ITAs
Average CRS
2017
443
2016
491
-48 points lower
Top Programs
No Program Specified
Year-over-year comparison of Express Entry draws shows how Canada's immigration priorities evolve. Changes in draw frequency, CRS cutoff scores, and total invitations reflect broader policy shifts and labour market needs.