2018 vs 2017
Total Draws
2018
27
2017
30
-3 fewer draws
Total ITAs
2018
89,600
2017
86,023
+3,577 more ITAs
Average CRS
2018
432
2017
443
-11 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.