Nova Scotia sets new immigration priority occupations Nova Scotia has introduced updated selection priorities under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), outlining how candidates will be assessed for provincial nomination. The changes, announced on April 27, establish a three-tier framework that ranks occupations based on current labour market demand. The revised structure affects both applicants … Read more
IRCC issues 2,000 Express Entry ITAs in CEC draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 2,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence. The round targeted candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), continuing a pattern of selecting applicants with Canadian work experience in 2026. The draw reflects … Read more
Nova Scotia to introduce 12-month validity for immigration EOIs Nova Scotia has confirmed a new expiry timeline for candidate profiles submitted through its provincial immigration system. The change affects individuals applying under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP). Beginning May 1, 2026, Expressions of Interest (EOIs) submitted on or after that date will remain active … Read more
BC invites 484 candidates in April immigration draw British Columbia conducted a new round of invitations under its provincial immigration system on April 22, focusing on skilled workers expected to contribute significantly to the provincial economy. The draw was held through the Skills Immigration (SI) category of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP), with … Read more
Manitoba issues 308 invitations in latest PNP draw Manitoba conducted a new round of selections under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) on April 23, 2026. The draw resulted in 308 candidates receiving Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) for provincial nomination. This marks the largest draw held by the province so far in 2026. … Read more
IRCC issues 473 ITAs in latest Express Entry draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 473 invitations to apply for permanent residence. The round targeted candidates who had received a provincial nomination, continuing a pattern of draws focused on nominees and applicants with Canadian work experience. Those … Read more
Ontario issues 2,102 invitations in April 23 OINP draws Ontario conducted a series of provincial immigration draws on April 23, 2026, issuing a total of 2,102 invitations to apply under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The invitations were distributed across 12 targeted rounds focused on regional labour needs. The draws were held through three … Read more
Canada eases work permit access for CSQ applicants The federal government has introduced a temporary measure allowing some foreign workers in Quebec to obtain employer-specific work permits while awaiting a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ). The policy took effect on March 13, 2026, targeting individuals already invited to apply for permanent residence through Quebec’s Skilled Worker … Read more
BC and New Brunswick adopt TFWP rural measures British Columbia and New Brunswick have joined a federal initiative that provides added flexibility for rural employers seeking to hire low-wage temporary foreign workers. The measures are part of a time-limited policy under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The policy, introduced by the federal government, allows … Read more
British Columbia opens targeted PR pathway for health support staff British Columbia has announced a new, time-limited provincial immigration initiative focused on certain health authority employees working in non-clinical roles. The measure, introduced on April 23, creates a pathway to permanent residence for qualifying cleaning and security staff employed in regional health facilities. The initiative … Read more