Key takeaways
- PEI held an EOI draw dated October 7, 2026
- It sent 90 Labour and Express Entry invitations
- It sent 0 Business Work Permit Entrepreneur invitations, and no minimum point threshold for business invitations is listed
- PEI says invitations went to people working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in PEI
- International graduates from UPEI, Holland College and Collège de l’Île were prioritized
- PEI’s 2026 total is now 1,319 invitations across 10 draws
The October 7 draw
PEI lists the result on its page Expression of Interest draws. The page shows a published date of October 7, 2026.
| Item | What PEI lists |
|---|---|
| Draw date | October 7, 2026 |
| Labour and Express Entry invitations | 90 |
| 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 in this draw.
Who PEI invited
PEI’s selection note 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.”
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 |
| 2026 total (10 draws) | 1,319 |
What this means for you
- You are in the PEI EOI pool: check your email and your PEI account for an invitation.
- You are an international graduate of UPEI, Holland College or Collège de l’Île: PEI says graduates from these schools were prioritized in this draw.
- You work in a PEI priority sector: PEI says occupations and priority sectors were selected based on economic impact in PEI.
- You are thinking about a business route: this draw issued no Business Work Permit Entrepreneur invitations.
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.
- 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 7, 2026?
90 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?
1,319 across 10 draws, all in the Labour and Express Entry category.
Who was prioritized?
PEI says international graduates from UPEI, Holland College and Collège de l’Île were prioritized.
Sources
- Government of Prince Edward Island: Expression of Interest draws (published October 7, 2026)
This is general information, not legal or immigration advice. For your situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC) or lawyer.
