Category: Provinces

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 […]

Maple News reports that the Government of British Columbia has officially increased the application fee for its Skills Immigration stream under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). Effective January 22, 2026, the application fee rose from $1,475 to $1,750 CAD. This adjustment affects all candidates who submit full applications […]

Maple News reports that Ontario is entering a new chapter in its immigration strategy, shifting away from broad, general selection toward a more focused, high-impact approach. As of 2026, the province’s immigration priorities under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will emphasize professional readiness, sector alignment, integrity, and excellence. Following […]

According to Maple News, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has officially increased its application fees for several Skills Immigration streams. Effective January 22, 2026, the fee has risen from $1,475 to $1,750 for specific worker categories within the program. This update applies only to new applications submitted […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has officially announced its 2026 nomination allocation under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), receiving 6,403 nomination spaces from the federal government. This marks a 31% increase from the province’s initial 2025 allocation of 4,875, signaling a stronger provincial commitment to welcoming skilled immigrants. The […]

As of January 1, 2026, Quebec has implemented new immigration service fees, impacting a wide range of applicants and service providers, Maple News reports. The updates include increased costs for permanent and temporary immigration applications, employer requests, immigration consultants, and individuals seeking credential assessments through Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba has launched its first immigration draw of 2026 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), issuing 55 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream. Conducted on January 15, Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #262 specifically targeted candidates invited under […]

New Brunswick has issued a total of 379 invitations through its first round of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws in 2026, Maple News reports. The draws were held between January 13 and 15 and spanned three major immigration streams: the Skilled Worker Stream, the Strategic Initiative, and the Express Entry […]

Prince Edward Island has kicked off its 2026 immigration intake by issuing 26 invitations through its Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP), according to Maple News. The invitations, announced on January 15, were exclusive to candidates in the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams, with a continued focus on addressing the […]