Newfoundland and Labrador Extends More Invitations to Provincial Immigration Candidates (May 2026)
Newfoundland and Labrador has continued its active immigration strategy in 2026 by issuing additional invitations to provincial immigration candidates through its key programs. The province is steadily increasing its selection rounds to attract skilled workers and meet labour market demands.
Canada Hikes Permanent Resident Fees Across All Immigration Programs (April 2026 Update)
Canada has officially increased permanent residence (PR) application fees across all immigration categories, with the new fee structure taking effect on April 30, 2026. The changes impact applicants under programs such as Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), family sponsorship, and business immigration.
Express Entry System Hits 26th Draw of 2026 – 4,000 Invitations Issued
Canada has conducted its 26th Express Entry draw of 2026, issuing 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a category-based selection targeting French-speaking candidates. This latest round highlights Canada’s continued emphasis on attracting francophone immigrants outside Quebec.
Nova Scotia Nominee Program to Prioritize Workers in Healthcare, Trades, and Select Key Sectors in 2026
Nova Scotia has announced new immigration priorities for its Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), confirming that the province will focus nominations on workers in healthcare, skilled trades, and several other high-demand sectors. The update reflects Nova Scotia’s effort to manage limited nomination spaces while targeting occupations facing the most urgent labour shortages.
British Columbia and New Brunswick Expand Work Permit Access for Select Regions in 2026
British Columbia and New Brunswick have joined other provinces in expanding access to work permits for employers in select rural regions through new temporary federal measures under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). These changes are designed to help rural employers address labour shortages by increasing flexibility for hiring foreign workers in low-wage positions.
Ontario Invites Over 900 Master’s and PhD Graduates for Provincial Nomination in Latest OINP Draw
Ontario has issued 918 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to international graduates through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) in its latest provincial immigration draw. The invitations were sent to candidates under the Master’s Graduate Stream and PhD Graduate Stream, giving eligible graduates a direct pathway to Canadian permanent residence.
Newfoundland and Labrador Holds Third Provincial Immigration Selection Round of 2026
Newfoundland and Labrador has conducted its third provincial immigration selection round of 2026, continuing an active year of recruitment through regional immigration pathways. The latest draw took place on April 13, 2026, issuing 210 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the province’s two major immigration programs.
Alberta Invites Tech Workers, Rural Immigrants, and Healthcare Candidates in Latest AAIP Draws
Alberta has continued its aggressive immigration strategy in 2026 by issuing new invitations to candidates through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The latest draws targeted technology workers, rural immigrants, and healthcare professionals, showing Alberta’s strong focus on addressing labour shortages in priority sectors.
Express Entry: French-Speaking Candidates Receive Fewer Invitations in Second Consecutive Draw (2026)
Canada has conducted another Express Entry draw targeting French-speaking candidates, but the latest round issued fewer invitations for the second consecutive time. This marks a noticeable shift after earlier draws in 2026 saw record-high invitation numbers for francophone candidates.
Canada Holds Second Express Entry Draw of April 2026 – 324 Invitations Issued
Canada has conducted its second Express Entry draw of April 2026, issuing 324 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This latest round highlights Canada’s continued focus on selecting candidates with strong provincial ties.
