Draw #408

Express Entry draw #408 was held on April 2, 2026, issuing 3,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Trade occupations category with a minimum CRS score of 477.

The CRS cutoff dropped 28 points compared to the previous Trade occupations draw, suggesting increased competition relief or larger pool capacity. IRCC also increased the invitation count by 1,750, signaling a broader intake for this round.

A cutoff of 477 is in the typical range for Trade occupations draws. Candidates with a combination of youth, a master's degree, and strong language scores would generally clear this threshold.

If your CRS score is within 30 points of this cutoff, focusing on language test improvement or gaining additional Canadian work experience could make the difference in an upcoming draw.