As processing times at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continue to stretch, Immigration New Brunswick (ImmigrationNB) has stepped in to support endorsees under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Many candidates awaiting their permanent residence approval now face the challenge of expiring work permits. To ease this burden, ImmigrationNB has begun issuing letters of support...
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Atlantic Canada Faces Retention Challenge – Will Better Jobs Help Immigrants Stay?
While Atlantic Canada has welcomed more immigrants than ever before in recent years, a silent concern continues to grow—immigrant retention. Most newcomers leave within a year or two. Despite successful attraction efforts through immigration programs like the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), the region struggles to make newcomers stay. This issue isn’t new, but it’s urgent....
Nova Scotia Improves Atlantic Immigration Program
Nova Scotia has rolled out a major upgrade that could change the way employers and skilled workers connect. Starting May 1, 2025, the province is introducing a new digital platform for the Atlantic Immigration Program. This system aims to streamline the process and reduce common errors—benefits that will positively affect both applicants and Designated Employers....
New Brunswick Temporarily Pauses Atlantic Immigration Program for 2024
The Canadian province of New Brunswick has announced a temporary pause on new endorsement applications under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) effective September 18, 2024. The update comes in light of the fact that the province has already reached its allocation for 2024, so no more applications for endorsements will be accepted for the rest...



