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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New Brunswick Signs Landmark Agreement with Indonesia to Recruit Skilled Health-Care Professionals
In a major move to address health-care staffing shortages, the Government of New Brunswick has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Indonesia to recruit trained nurses and personal support workers. This groundbreaking partnership marks the first formal health-care recruitment agreement between Indonesia and a Canadian province paving the way for skilled international professionals...
New Brunswick Opens Private Career College Graduate Pilot Program for International Graduates
Are you an international student in New Brunswick, looking for a smooth path to permanent residence in Canada? The New Brunswick Private Career College Graduate Pilot Program may be your golden opportunity. Designed for graduates from select one- and two-year programs at eligible private career colleges, this pilot program opens doors to permanent settlement in...
New Brunswick Invites 2,015 Candidates Through NBPNP in 2025
In a major development, New Brunswick has invited 2,015 candidates so far in 2025 under its Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP), many of whom were selected without requiring a job offer. These draws, held between March and June 2025, highlight New Brunswick’s aggressive effort to welcome skilled individuals across key sectors like health care, construction, education,...
New Brunswick Gets a Boost – Immigration Allocation Increased to Fuel 2025 Labour Market Needs
Canada immigration is once again in the spotlight — and this time, it’s New Brunswick making headlines. In a major development that promises to ease labour market pressures, the federal and provincial governments have agreed on a substantial increase in New Brunswick’s immigration allocation for 2025. The province has now been granted 4,250 permanent resident...
New Brunswick Eyes Francophone Africa for Immigration, Education, and Economic Growth
New Brunswick is taking bold steps to reshape its international presence—this time by focusing on Francophone Africa. In a move that could define the future of immigration, education, and economic development in the province, the government has launched a strategic plan aimed at deepening ties with six African nations where French is widely spoken. Why...
New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program Draws Target Key Sectors With Over 470 Invitations
Canada’s Atlantic province of New Brunswick is again drawing attention for its smart, labour-driven immigration moves. In April 2025, the province conducted two major invitation rounds under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP), selecting candidates from sectors vital to its economy—including healthcare, education, skilled trades, and technology. The total number of invitations issued across...
New Brunswick Pauses Atlantic Immigration Program for 2025 After Reaching Full Quota
New Brunswick has hit the brakes on its Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) for the rest of 2025. Why? The province reached its entire annual quota in record time—by early April. This isn’t just a headline—it’s a strong indicator of how sought-after Canadian immigration remains, especially in Atlantic provinces where skilled workers are needed across critical...
New Brunswick Opens Race Discrimination Guideline to Strengthen Human Rights Protections
On March 21, 2025, the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission (NBHRC) released a comprehensive resource titled Guideline on Race Discrimination to coincide with the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This new guideline aims to provide a deeper analysis of racial rights under human rights law and reinforce legal protections against discriminatory practices...
 







