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 sectors in the province.
This latest draw did not include any invitations under the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur stream, and as a result, no minimum score requirement was published for that category.
According to the Government of Prince Edward Island, candidates invited in this round are likely employed in high-demand sectors such as healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, and early childhood education. These areas have consistently been identified as essential to the province’s workforce and economic strategy.
With this draw, the total number of invitations issued by the PEI PNP in 2025 now stands at 39. The province continues to strategically use the PNP to address labour shortages and population growth by selecting immigrants whose skills align with current market needs.
The PEI Provincial Nominee Program includes three key pathways: the Labour Impact Category, the Express Entry Category, and the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur Category. While not all categories are utilized in every draw, the province tailors each round based on ongoing economic priorities.
Province officials emphasize the importance of updating candidate profiles and ensuring eligibility in the selected categories to enhance chances of receiving an invitation in future draws.
As Canada’s smallest province in both population and land mass, Prince Edward Island relies heavily on targeted immigration to support its economic development and to meet local labour demands.
For skilled workers aiming to build a future in Atlantic Canada, keeping a close eye on PEI’s nomination criteria and draw schedules continues to be a smart step toward permanent residency.