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) […]
Category: Provinces
Yukon Releases 2025 PR Nomination Breakdown, Confirms No Further EOI Intakes This Year
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 […]
Yukon Begins Issuing Invitations Under Highly Competitive 2025 Nominee Program
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 […]
Alberta Conducts Two Immigration Draws, Issues 158 Invitations Across Key Streams
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 […]
Manitoba Targets Skilled Overseas Workers in New Immigration Draw
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 […]
Prince Edward Island Adds 20 New Employers to Atlantic Immigration Program
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 […]
Alberta Ramps Up Immigration Efforts with Targeted PNP Draws Across Key Sectors
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 […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Expands Immigration Intake with Second EOI Draw
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 […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Launches EOI System with First Invitations; New Brunswick Holds Targeted Draws
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 […]
Prince Edward Island Issues 168 Invitations in Targeted PNP Draw Focused on Local Talent
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 […]
British Columbia Holds First Skilled Immigration Draw of 2025, Nears Annual Nomination Cap
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 […]
Manitoba Welcomes Skilled Workers in Latest Provincial Nominee Program Draw
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 […]
B.C. Prioritizes Healthcare Professionals in 2025 Immigration Slots Under Updated PNP Rules
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 […]
North Bay Identifies Target Industries for Rural Immigration Recruitment
Maple News reports that North Bay, Ontario has released its list of focus sectors and occupations eligible under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a federal program offering a pathway to permanent residency for skilled foreign workers. The RCIP allows designated rural communities across Canada to nominate foreign workers who […]
Manitoba Targets Global Talent with Latest Skilled Worker Invitations
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued new invitations to skilled foreign workers as part of its Provincial Nominee Program selection held on April 17, 2024. In total, 27 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were extended through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. To be […]
British Columbia Welcomes New Entrepreneurs in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) has issued new Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under its Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Stream. The latest draw, conducted on April 15, 2025, invited five foreign entrepreneurs to apply for a provincial nomination, aiming to support business growth and economic […]
