Category: Provinces

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has allocated 197 nomination slots to the Northwest Territories for 2026, the same total the territory ended 2025 with after a post-nomination increase. The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) is also updating its selection process by adopting an Expression of Interest […]

Maple News reports that Quebec’s move to phase out the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) has ignited significant concern among workforce planners, especially in the healthcare sector. The program’s replacement by the Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ) marks a fundamental shift in how the province selects skilled immigrants—at a […]

Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its latest draw on February 12, extending 29 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to skilled workers through both domestic and international streams. This marks the province’s first draw of the month and highlights Manitoba’s ongoing effort to meet […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia has continued its strong start to 2024 by issuing 474 invitations to apply (ITAs) through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) over two consecutive draws held on February 10 and 11. The invitations were extended to both skilled workers and entrepreneurs seeking […]

Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued 429 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a highly selective draw held on February 4, 2026. This targeted draw aimed to identify and invite candidates capable of contributing significant economic value to the province, focusing on high earners […]

On February 2, 2026, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) completed a landmark series of targeted draws, issuing 1,825 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. As Maple News reports, the province continues to prioritize healthcare, early childhood education, and regional workforce development in its latest immigration efforts. The majority […]

Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has laid formal charges against an unlicensed immigration consultant and two employers, marking a decisive enforcement of its updated immigration laws to protect foreign workers from exploitation. On January 15, 2026, the province charged Jun Su under the Immigration Services Act, 2024, for allegedly offering […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has kicked off 2026 with a robust start to its immigration efforts, issuing a total of 1,169 invitations through four separate draws held between January 26 and February 2 under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). These early draws span across key streams designed to […]

According to Maple News, New Brunswick has issued 326 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination in two separate draws conducted through its Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) on February 2. The province is continuing to prioritize candidates with strong ties to New Brunswick, in-demand skills, and French language proficiency. The […]

Maple News reports that on February 4, 2024, British Columbia conducted its first Skills Immigration draw of the year, issuing 429 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The draw focused on identifying candidates who demonstrate strong potential to contribute to the province’s economy, […]

Maple News reports that New Brunswick has announced a series of significant changes to its immigration pathways, directly impacting applicants under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These updates, effective February 3, 2026, aim to better align immigration with the province’s evolving labour […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba wrapped up January 2026 by issuing 47 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), targeting candidates through strategic recruitment initiatives. Draw #263, held on January 29, focused exclusively on individuals previously invited through MPNP’s targeted outreach, continuing the province’s efforts […]

Ontario has launched its 2026 immigration season with six targeted draws under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), issuing a total of 1,825 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination on February 2, Maple News reports. The first selection round of the year focused on candidates under the Employer Job […]

According to Maple News, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has already reached its nomination caps for three key sectors during its first intake window of 2024. The capped sectors — accommodation and food services, retail trade, and trucking — are part of a managed intake system to fairly distribute […]

Maple News reports that the government of Newfoundland and Labrador will host a global virtual immigration and job fair on February 11, 2024. Running from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. GMT, the event is designed to connect skilled foreign professionals with employers based in the province. This initiative supports the province’s […]

Manitoba continues to strengthen its workforce through targeted immigration efforts. On January 29, the province conducted its second immigration draw of 2026 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), extending 47 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates in the Skilled Worker Stream. According to Maple News, this draw […]