Category: Provinces

Maple News reports that Saskatchewan is now returning certain applications for provincial nomination under its Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) after hitting its sector-specific quota. The affected industries include transportation, retail, accommodation, and food services. Earlier this year, the province implemented a 25% cap on annual nominations for candidates working […]

Maple News reports that the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) held its fifth immigration draw of 2025 on May 15, issuing 168 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to qualified candidates in high-demand sectors. This latest draw focused exclusively on two streams under the provincial program: […]

Maple News reports that Pictou County in Nova Scotia has outlined its priority sectors and occupations for the 2025 intake under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)—a federal initiative that provides a permanent residency pathway for foreign workers who secure job offers from approved employers in rural communities. Located about […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba has once again reached out to skilled foreign professionals with in-demand expertise, inviting them to apply for a provincial nomination as part of its ongoing efforts to address labor shortages. In its latest draw held on May 29, 2024, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) […]

Maple News reports that the Yukon government has revealed how it will allocate its 215 permanent residence (PR) nominations for 2025 through the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). This announcement comes amid increased demand and a reduced nomination quota, which was cut by 50% compared to the previous year. According to […]

Maple News reports that the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has officially started issuing invitations for its 2025 intake cycle, following a highly competitive submission process that drew significant interest from potential immigrants. According to a territorial update issued on May 23, Yukon received more applications aligned with its 2025 immigration […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has conducted two separate immigration draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), inviting a total of 158 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. These draws, held on May 13 and May 15, targeted individuals through the Alberta Opportunity Stream and the Tourism and Hospitality […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba continues its strategic efforts to attract international talent through its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). On May 15, the province conducted a draw inviting skilled workers from overseas who have strong ties to Manitoba. A total of 62 candidates were issued Letters of Advice to Apply […]

Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) has expanded its network of designated employers under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), opening new pathways for skilled foreign workers aiming for permanent residency in Canada. On May 15, 2025, PEI released an updated list featuring 20 newly designated employers approved to […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has issued 295 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program over a series of targeted draws conducted between April 29 and May 8, 2025. These selections, managed under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), spanned six distinct pathways, each aligned […]

Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador has conducted its second round of immigration invitations under its recently launched Expression of Interest (EOI) system. As part of a new application intake strategy introduced on February 19, 2025, the province is now using the EOI system to select candidates for both […]

Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador has officially issued its first round of invitations through its newly introduced Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The digital platform, launched in February 2025, marks a significant step for the province in streamlining immigration under provincial and regional programs. On April 3, the […]

Maple News reports that on April 17, 2025, Prince Edward Island held its fourth Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the year, issuing 168 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under its Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry streams. The draw specifically targeted candidates already living and working in the province, particularly […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia has conducted its first skilled immigration draw of 2025 under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), marking a significant moment in the province’s tightened immigration strategy. On May 8, a total of 94 invitations to apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates with […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba continues to demonstrate consistency in its immigration efforts, holding yet another Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw in 2025. The most recent draw, held on May 1, targeted skilled workers from abroad through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). In […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia has significantly restructured its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) for 2025, placing a strong priority on healthcare professionals. As of April 14, 2025, the province will accept only 1,100 applications — a sharp reduction from previous years — with the majority of these spots […]