Category: Provinces

Maple News reports that Quebec has issued 238 invitations in its first immigration draw under the newly implemented Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ), held through the Arrima expression of interest system on July 17, 2025. This draw targeted two key applicant streams: highly qualified individuals and those with […]

Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has successfully allocated all 21,500 federal nominations for 2024, underscoring the program’s growing significance in meeting Ontario’s labour market needs. Operated jointly by the provincial and federal governments, the OINP enables Ontario to select skilled immigrants who align with the […]

Maple News reports that Alberta held six targeted draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) between July 3 and July 16, 2025, as the province continues to prioritize strategic sectors facing acute labour shortages. These draws focused on candidates in healthcare, law enforcement, aviation, and agriculture, along with those […]

Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island has issued 39 invitations through its Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) in a targeted draw held on July 17, 2025. The invitations were extended to candidates under the Labour Impact and Express Entry categories, focusing on individuals who can contribute to key economic […]

Ontario has introduced major reforms to its Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), aiming to streamline processing, align more closely with labour market demands, and involve employers more directly in the selection process. According to Maple News, the changes—which came into effect on July 1, 2025—are a strategic response to the […]

Maple News reports that on July 17, Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, issuing 39 invitations to foreign nationals to apply for provincial nomination. The draw emphasized skilled workers poised to make meaningful contributions to the province’s labor force, particularly in sectors facing critical […]

Maple News reports that on July 10, the Newfoundland and Labrador Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM) extended 359 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through two key immigration pathways: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). According to provincial immigration data, […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba has conducted two new rounds of invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), focusing on international student graduates and skilled workers whose expertise aligns with the province’s economic needs. On July 10, the MPNP issued a total of 67 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia has continued its strong push to attract international entrepreneurs, issuing up to 17 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the province’s latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on July 8, 2025. This marks the fifth entrepreneur-targeted selection round of the year under the British […]

Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador has issued a total of 320 new immigration invitations through two of its key programs: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). The latest selection round, held on June 24, 2025, marks the province’s fourth draw […]

Maple News reports that on July 10, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited 67 immigration candidates in its latest Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #249. The selections were made under two targeted streams: the International Education Stream and the Skilled Worker categories, highlighting Manitoba’s ongoing commitment to building […]

Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador have issued 320 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in its latest immigration draw held on June 24, 2025. The draw targeted individuals with the skills and experience needed to support the province’s labour market and demographic growth. A total of 257 […]

Maple News reports a sweeping transformation in Quebec’s immigration framework, marked by the launch of the new Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) and a controversial move to pause most family sponsorship applications for two years. These developments reflect the province’s recalibrated approach to immigration—one that sharply prioritizes labour market needs […]

Maple News reports that Quebec has officially relaunched its Skilled Worker Selection Program (Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés – PSTQ), replacing the long-standing Regular Skilled Worker Program (PRTQ) as of November 29, 2024. While the new system was initially put on hold following its announcement, a ministerial order issued […]

Maple News reports that the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted two targeted draws between June 20 and June 25, 2025, inviting a total of 133 candidates to apply for permanent residence through provincial nomination. These draws reflect Alberta’s ongoing strategy of prioritizing candidates in high-demand sectors. The June 20 […]

Maple News reports that significant changes are coming to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), granting the province more authority to shape its immigration streams. Starting July 1, 2025, new legislation under the Working for Workers Seven Act takes effect, enabling the Ontario government to return applications prior to issuing […]