Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia (B.C.), Alberta, and Quebec—have issued new invitations to immigration candidates through their respective provincial programs during the week of July 20 to July 26.
While most provinces and territories in Canada administer immigration through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Quebec operates independently under a special agreement with the federal government, giving it full authority over its economic immigration strategies.
In Ontario, 209 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) were issued on July 25 through the Express Entry Human Capital Priorities stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This draw specifically targeted general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) who created an Express Entry profile between July 25, 2023, and July 25, 2024. Eligible candidates possessed Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging from 395 to 444.
British Columbia held two new Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) draws on July 23, issuing 35 invitations in a general draw across five immigration streams. While full details on the streams and occupations are pending, B.C. has been actively targeting tech professionals, healthcare workers, early childhood educators, and workers in construction and other priority occupations through its regular PNP draws.
Quebec also extended invitations to skilled workers during the week, although, as usual, these came through its own selection system rather than a provincial nominee program. The specific criteria for these draws reflect Quebec’s targeting of francophone language ability, work experience, and regional labor market demands.
Meanwhile, Alberta is continuing its efforts to welcome skilled newcomers who can meet labor shortages and boost regional economies. Recent draws have prioritized candidates from rural communities as well as those with strong profiles in agriculture, healthcare, and engineering fields.
These provincial draws reflect Canada’s ongoing commitment to decentralized immigration, empowering regions to choose immigrants who align closely with their economic and demographic priorities. With labor gaps continuing in healthcare and other in-demand fields, provincial pathways remain critical for candidates seeking permanent residency through tailored immigration strategies.
Maple News will continue to monitor and report on the most recent provincial immigration updates as they become available.