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Express Entry Pool Breakdown

Analyze the composition of Canada's Express Entry candidate pool for 2026

See how candidates are distributed across CRS score ranges. Track changes over time and understand where you stand in the pool.

Express Entry Pool Size

232,534candidates
3,161 since Feb 15, 2026

Data Period

12 snapshots

Oct 13Mar 1, 2026

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Pool Movement

Fewer candidates competing

Oct 13, 2025Mar 1, 2026
Avg CRS (401-500 zone)
450452+2
Start
248,342
🎫 ITAs
-40,040
🆕 New
+24,232
End
232,534-15,808

Insight: Pool shrunk by 15,808 as 40,040 received ITAs. Only 24,232 new candidates joined to replace them. Meanwhile, average CRS rose by 2 points to 452.

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Most Crowded
CRS 451-500
71,680 candidates30.8% of pool
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Growing Fast
CRS 401-450
+1,563since Feb 15, 2026
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Shrinking
CRS 501-600
-2528since Feb 15, 2026

Pool Size Trend

Total candidates over 12 snapshots

15,808 (-6.4%)

Over this period

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CRS Range Breakdown

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Data source: IRCC Express Entry pool statistics • Updated biweekly

Showing 12 snapshots from Oct 13, 2025 to Mar 1, 2026

📊 Summary 50-pt ranges | 🔍 Detailed 10-pt ranges | 🔄 Updated bi-weekly
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