If you’ve been keeping an eye on Canadian immigration pathways, you’ve likely noticed a big shift happening across the country. Several provinces are moving away from direct application systems under their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and embracing a new approach: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. But what does that mean for prospective immigrants? Whether...
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...
Canadian immigration just got a boost in Newfoundland and Labrador. In its first round under a new selection model, the province issued 256 economic immigration invitations, marking a major step toward addressing local labor shortages. Of these, 206 were through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), and 50 through the Atlantic Immigration Program...
Canada’s provincial immigration applicants are raising serious concerns over growing delays in permanent residence (PR) processing. For thousands of newcomers nominated by provinces to fill vital roles across regional economies, the wait time has stretched beyond what many expected — leaving careers, families, and futures on hold. This spike in delays is closely tied to...
Manitoba continues to lead with precision. On April 3, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited 4 candidates under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Each invitation was not random — it was part of a calculated approach to meet real labour demands in the province. These applicants were selected based on direct invitations through...
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has introduced important updates that could impact prospective immigrants. Effective April 1, 2025, the program now accepts the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core test for all immigration streams. This change provides applicants with greater flexibility in meeting language proficiency requirements. Additionally, the AAIP has revised its worker stream...
On March 26, 2025, Alberta released an update on its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) application inventory. The latest figures highlight the province’s strong demand for skilled workers across various sectors: Additionally, Alberta reported 51,747 expressions of interest in the selection pool across all streams, demonstrating the growing interest in the province’s immigration programs. Alberta...
Canada’s Northwest Territories (NWT) continue to attract skilled workers through the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP). The latest intake period closed on March 6, 2025, at 5 PM. Employers and applicants seeking nominations should be aware of key updates regarding application selection, employer eligibility, and processing timelines. Application Selection Process On March 11, 2025, following...
Canada’s immigration landscape is constantly evolving, and Saskatchewan is the latest province to implement significant updates to its immigration program. In response to federal allocation reductions, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has introduced new policies to prioritize key sectors and ensure the effective use of available nominations. Key Changes to the SINP in 2025...
