Key takeaways
- PEI held an EOI draw dated October 16, 2026
- It sent 163 Labour and Express Entry invitations
- It sent 0 Business Work Permit Entrepreneur invitations, and no minimum point threshold for business invitations is listed
- It is PEI’s second draw in October, after 90 invitations on October 7
- PEI’s 2026 total is now 1,482 invitations across 11 draws, all in Labour and Express Entry
- PEI says it is prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as healthcare, trades and manufacturing
The October 16 draw
PEI lists the result on its page Expression of Interest draws. The page shows a published date of October 16, 2026.
| Item | What PEI lists |
|---|---|
| Draw date | October 16, 2026 |
| Labour and Express Entry invitations | 163 |
| Business Work Permit Entrepreneur invitations | 0 |
| Minimum point threshold for business invitations | None listed |
PEI does not list a minimum score for the Labour and Express Entry invitations. It also does not split the 163 invitations between Labour and Express Entry.
Who PEI invites
PEI’s page has one selection note for its 2026 draws. It says: “Invitations were extended to individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island. International graduates from UPEI, Holland College, and Collège de l’Île were prioritized in the invitations.”
The page also says the PEI Office of Immigration is “currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as healthcare, trades, manufacturing, and other key industries facing labour shortages.” It adds: “Individuals working in the sales and service sector may not receive an invitation to apply at this time.”
PEI does not label these notes as specific to October 16. They apply to the page in general.
PEI draws in 2026
All 2026 invitations so far were in the Labour and Express Entry category. The Business Work Permit Entrepreneur total is 0.
| Draw date | Labour and Express Entry invitations |
|---|---|
| January 15 | 26 |
| February 19 | 109 |
| March 20 | 101 |
| April 16 | 127 |
| May 21 | 113 |
| June 18 | 182 |
| July 16 | 195 |
| August 20 | 181 |
| September 17 | 195 |
| October 7 | 90 |
| October 16 | 163 |
| 2026 total (11 draws) | 1,482 |
We covered the earlier draw in PEI PNP draw October 7, 2026.
What this means for you
- You are in the PEI EOI pool: check your email and your PEI account for an invitation.
- You work in healthcare, trades or manufacturing: PEI says it is prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as these.
- You work in sales and service: PEI says you may not receive an invitation at this time.
- You are an international graduate of UPEI, Holland College or Collège de l’Île: PEI says graduates from these schools were prioritized.
An Expression of Interest is not an application. A PEI invitation is not permanent residence. It is the next step in the nomination process.
What to do next
- Read PEI’s draw page for the latest results and notes.
- Check that your EOI profile is accurate.
- Read our PNP draws page and our guide on the Provincial Nominee Program.
Frequently asked questions
How many invitations did PEI send on October 16, 2026?
163 Labour and Express Entry invitations, and 0 Business Work Permit Entrepreneur invitations.
What was the minimum score?
PEI does not list a minimum score for Labour and Express Entry invitations. No minimum point threshold for business invitations is listed.
How many invitations has PEI sent in 2026?
1,482 across 11 draws, all in the Labour and Express Entry category.
Can I get an invitation if I work in sales and service?
PEI says individuals working in the sales and service sector may not receive an invitation to apply at this time.
Sources
- Government of Prince Edward Island: Expression of Interest draws (published October 16, 2026)
This is general information, not legal or immigration advice. For your situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC) or lawyer.
