Newfoundland and Labrador has conducted its latest selection round under the province’s Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing 140 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on August 26, 2026. The invitations were issued to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

Of the total, 94 invitations went to NLPNP candidates and 46 were issued through the AIP. This was the province’s 12th EOI selection round, and Newfoundland and Labrador has now issued 2,459 invitations in 2026 through these two immigration pathways.

The latest Newfoundland and Labrador immigration draw is relevant to skilled workers, international graduates, employers and other prospective immigrants looking at economic immigration options in the province.

Newfoundland and Labrador issues 140 Invitations

The Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM) issued the latest invitations on August 26 as part of its ongoing EOI selection process.

The breakdown was:

Immigration pathway	Invitations
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)	94
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)	46
Total	140

The province’s official invitation records confirm that this was the 12th selection round conducted through the EOI system.

The August 26 round followed other selections in 2026, including a 445-invitation round on March 6, a 445-invitation round on July 28 and a 208-invitation round on August 10. The size and composition of individual rounds have varied throughout the year.

Source: Latest NLPNP and AIP Draw Update

What the Latest Newfoundland Immigration Draw Means for Applicants

The latest results show that Newfoundland and Labrador continues to use its EOI system to select candidates for economic immigration pathways.

However, candidates should understand that an Invitation to Apply is not the same as approval for permanent residence.

The province describes the EOI as the first stage of its two-stage economic immigration selection process. Candidates submit information through an EOI, and the OIM reviews the submissions before selecting individuals for an ITA. Those who receive an ITA can then proceed with a full application to the NLPNP or AIP, depending on the pathway.

This means that receiving an invitation is an important step, but applicants must still complete the applicable application process and meet the relevant requirements.

How Newfoundland and Labrador’s EOI System Works

Newfoundland and Labrador introduced its EOI model in February 2025 for economic immigration applications.

Under the system, prospective applicants submit a brief form containing key information, including their:

• Occupation
• Education
• Intention to reside in Newfoundland and Labrador
• Other information required by the province

The Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism assesses the EOIs and issues ITAs in batches throughout the year.

The province also publishes EOI prioritization criteria. These criteria are designed to help OIM assess candidates in line with provincial objectives, labour market conditions, regional priorities and available allocations. The province states that the criteria are non-exhaustive and adaptable, meaning priorities can change.

For this reason, applicants should not assume that the number of invitations or selection considerations from one draw will automatically apply to the next draw.

94 Invitations Issued Through the NLPNP

The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program accounted for 94 of the latest 140 invitations.

The NLPNP is a provincial immigration program that can nominate eligible individuals for permanent residence. Newfoundland and Labrador identifies skilled workers, international graduates and entrepreneurs among the groups supported through its provincial immigration programs.

A provincial nomination is an important stage in the immigration process, but it does not itself mean that permanent residence has been granted. Federal immigration requirements and processing remain applicable.

AIP Accounts for 46 Invitations

The remaining 46 invitations were issued through the Atlantic Immigration Program.

The AIP is a federal pathway for skilled foreign workers and international graduates who want to live and work in one of Canada’s four Atlantic provinces, including Newfoundland and Labrador. The program also helps designated employers recruit international workers for positions they have been unable to fill locally.

For candidates applying through the AIP, the federal government states that applicants generally need a valid job offer from a designated employer, qualifying work experience or an applicable international graduate exemption, the required education and language ability, and other requirements.

The province’s EOI invitation should therefore be viewed as part of the selection process rather than as final approval under the AIP.

Newfoundland and Labrador has Issued 2,459 Invitations in 2026

The August 26 selection brings the province’s total number of invitations issued through the NLPNP and AIP to 2,459 in 2026.

The official invitation table records the individual selection rounds and their respective numbers of NLPNP and AIP invitations.

For comparison, Newfoundland and Labrador issued a total of 3,376 invitations in 2025 through the NLPNP and AIP, according to the information provided for the province’s previous invitation activity.

The 2026 figure represents invitations issued so far this year and should not be interpreted as a final annual total.

What Candidates Should Do After Receiving An Invitation

Candidates who receive an ITA should carefully review the instructions associated with their invitation and prepare the full application within the applicable requirements and timelines.

Applicants should make sure that information submitted through the EOI can be supported by appropriate documentation at the application stage.

It is also important to distinguish between the different stages of the immigration process:

• EOI
• Invitation to Apply
• Full application
• Nomination or applicable AIP process
• Federal permanent residence application and decision

The exact process depends on the immigration pathway.

What If You Were Not Invited?

Not receiving an ITA in one selection round does not mean that a candidate will never be selected. However, applicants should not assume that another invitation round will use the same priorities, number of invitations or selection approach.

The province states that its EOI prioritization criteria can be adapted to respond to changing labour market conditions, regional priorities and allocation constraints.

Candidates should therefore monitor official Newfoundland and Labrador immigration updates and ensure that their information remains accurate and current.

Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration: Key Points to Remember

The latest selection provides several important takeaways for prospective applicants:

• Newfoundland and Labrador issued 140 ITAs on August 26, 2026.
• 94 invitations were issued through the NLPNP.
• 46 invitations were issued through the AIP.
• The province has issued 2,459 invitations in 2026 through these pathways.
• The EOI system is the first stage of the province’s two-stage economic immigration selection process.
• An ITA does not guarantee nomination or permanent residence.
• EOI priorities can change according to provincial needs and available allocations.

For applicants considering Newfoundland and Labrador immigration, using the latest official program information is essential when assessing eligibility and preparing an application.

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