New Brunswick is taking bold action to address the housing crunch, spurred by a continuous influx of newcomers. The 2025-26 provincial budget allocates $36.6 million to the New Brunswick Housing Corporation, specifically designed to tackle housing shortages intensified by increasing immigration. How Immigration Fuels New Brunswick’s Housing Demand In recent years, New Brunswick has emerged...
New Brunswick is addressing its healthcare needs by integrating internationally trained physicians into the province’s healthcare system. Through the Practice Ready Assessment New Brunswick (PRA-NB) program, ten family physicians have successfully completed their assessments and are now set to provide essential medical services across various regions. Strengthening Primary Healthcare in New Brunswick The province has...
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) continues to create opportunities for skilled workers, international graduates, and professionals in various industries. In the latest invitation rounds held on March 5 and March 6, 2025, a total of 498 candidates received invitations under specific occupational categories. New Brunswick PNP Draw Details The recent draw targeted key...
Canada remains a top destination for immigrants seeking a better future, and New Brunswick has now updated its Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) to improve accessibility for skilled workers. As of March 5, 2025, the province has introduced two enhanced Express Entry-aligned pathways: the Employment in New Brunswick and New Brunswick Interests streams. These updates come...
Canada’s increasing immigration rates have led to a rising demand for affordable housing. Recognizing this need, New Brunswick, in collaboration with the federal government, has announced a significant $18.3 million investment in housing initiatives. This funding will support the construction of new affordable housing units and the renovation of existing properties, ensuring that newcomers and...
Canada has taken another step toward addressing housing challenges by securing a decade-long funding agreement to enhance essential infrastructure. The federal and New Brunswick governments have finalized a $150.5 million deal under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund, aimed at supporting the province’s housing development through improved water and waste management systems. Significant Investment in Housing...
New Brunswick has released critical updates regarding the processing of applications under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP). The province has confirmed upcoming scheduled draws, changes in eligibility requirements, and technical improvements for its Immigration New Brunswick (INB) portal. These updates aim to streamline the application process for prospective immigrants. INB Portal Faces High...
The government of New Brunswick is taking significant steps to address the province’s ongoing housing crisis by rolling out new initiatives aimed at increasing affordable housing options. With the federal government’s approval, New Brunswick’s proposal to remove the provincial portion of the HST on eligible multi-unit builds has been accepted, putting local developers on an...
New Brunswick has officially halted new Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for its Strategic Initiative Stream, a key immigration pathway for French-speaking foreign nationals. The province announced that the program has sufficient inventory for 2025, leading to a temporary suspension of new applications. Additionally, the In-Person Exploratory Visit connection, which was paused in November 2024, will...
