The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) is hosting two free online information sessions on June 16 and June 18, 2026, ahead of an Expression of Interest draw for the Employer Driven Stream scheduled for June 25, 2026. If you are an employer looking to hire internationally or a foreign national seeking a northern pathway to permanent residency, the deadline to register for these sessions is June 15 at 5:00 PM for the first session, and June 18 at noon for the second.

What Is the Northwest Territories Nominee Program?

The Northwest Territories Nominee Program is a Provincial Nominee Program commonly called a PNP that allows the territorial government to select and nominate skilled workers who meet its specific economic and labour market needs. A nomination from the NTNP significantly strengthens an applicant’s immigration case, adding substantial points to their federal Express Entry profile or providing a direct pathway to permanent residency.

The NTNP is designed to attract people who genuinely want to build their lives in one of Canada’s most extraordinary regions, a place of stunning landscapes, growing industries, and tight-knit communities. For the right candidate, a life in the Northwest Territories is not a compromise. It is an adventure.

What will the June 2026 Information Sessions Cover?

The Government of the Northwest Territories is hosting two Zoom-based information sessions to walk employers and prospective applicants through the NTNP process in detail. Attendees will learn how the Employer Driven Stream works, what documentation is required, and how the Expression of Interest system functions. Government staff will be available for live questions following each presentation. French interpretation will be available at both sessions.

Session one is scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Session two runs Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM — a more accessible evening slot for those currently working during regular business hours.

To receive the Zoom link, email immigration@gov.nt.ca before the respective deadlines: June 15 at 5:00 PM for the first session, and June 18 at noon for the second.

Source: Attend an information session on the Northwest Territories Nominee Program

What Is the Employer-Driven Stream and Who is it for?

The Employer-Driven Stream of the NTNP is built around a direct relationship between an employer in the Northwest Territories and a foreign national candidate. An employer identifies a worker they want to bring to the territory, supports their application, and the territorial government evaluates the nomination based on genuine labour market need.

This stream is particularly valuable for employers in industries like healthcare, construction, resource extraction, hospitality, and professional services who have been unable to find qualified local candidates. For foreign nationals, being supported by an established NWT employer substantially increases the likelihood of a successful nomination.

What are the Key Dates for the June 2026 EOI Draw?

The Expression of Interest draw for the Employer Driven Stream is confirmed for June 25, 2026. Candidates wishing to be considered in this draw must submit their Expression of Interest by June 22, 2026. These deadlines are firm, late submissions will not be included in the draw.

An Expression of Interest is a preliminary profile that signals your intent to apply. Think of it as raising your hand to be considered. If your EOI is selected in a draw, you will be invited to submit a full application with supporting documentation.

Why is ImmigCanada Recommending the NTNP Right Now?

The Northwest Territories has one of the most acute labour shortages in Canada and one of the smallest existing applicant pools competing for nominations. Unlike PNPs in provinces such as Ontario or British Columbia, where tens of thousands of candidates compete for a limited number of invitations, the NTNP offers a genuinely accessible entry point for qualified workers in targeted occupations.

The timing of these information sessions scheduled days before the June 25 EOI draw means that candidates who act now and attend a session could have their questions answered and their applications filed before the cut-off. That kind of strategic timing matters enormously in immigration.

Frequently Asked Questions About the NTNP