The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has added a new $135 fee to submit a Worker Expression of Interest (WEOI), effective April 7, 2026. The other AAIP service fees remain unchanged for now. Under the current structure, applications to streams such as Alberta Opportunity, Alberta Express Entry, Rural Renewal, and Tourism and Hospitality are set at $1,500, while several entrepreneur streams carry a $3,500 application fee. Additional charges apply for entrepreneur

On March 30, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador  held  the second round of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 245 invitations. Of these, 209 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 36 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Last year, Newfoundland and Labrador invited a total of 3,376 applicants under the NLPNP and AIP. So far, the province

Alberta  released  the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. On March 5, the province invited 832 candidates under the Alberta Opportunity Stream. Additionally, on March 6, Alberta invited 139 Express Entry candidates under the Accelerated Tech Pathway. The March 12 draw invited 47 candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry stream, while the March 13 draw invited 349 candidates under the Rural Renewal

Alberta has introduced new mandatory fields in the Worker Expression of Interest (WEOI) system to collect details on wages and working hours for candidates with a job offer. Effective February 25, 2026, all new submissions must include this information, and profiles missing these details will not be considered in future draws. This update signals a stronger focus on job quality and alignment with labour market needs under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. Alberta is

On March 6, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador  held  the first rounds of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 445 invitations. Of these, 362 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 83 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Last year, Newfoundland and Labrador invited a total of 3,376 applicants under the NLPNP and AIP. #newfoundland_and_lab

The Government of Alberta has launched nominations for the 2026 Alberta Immigrant Impact Awards, a program honouring immigrants who have made meaningful contributions across the province. The awards span eight categories, including Arts and Sports, Entrepreneurial Spirit, and Young Leader. Associate Minister of Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen emphasized the importance of recognizing how newcomers support businesses, drive innovation, and volunteer in communities. Nomination

On February 18, 2026, Alberta  released  the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. On February 6, the province invited up to ten candidates under the Alberta Express Entry Stream – Law Enforcement Pathway, while the February 10 draw invited 212 Rural Renewal Stream candidates. Additionally, on February 11, Alberta invited 147 Express Entry candidates under the Accelerated Tech Pathway. Furthermore, the province conducted three A

On February 5, 2026, Alberta  released  the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. On January 26 and January 27, the province invited 63 and 43 candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry and non-Express Entry streams, respectively. Additionally, on January 29, Alberta invited 148 candidates under the Alberta Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway, while the February 2 draw invited 915 candidates u

Nova Scotia has introduced a formalized Expression of Interest process for all Nova Scotia Nominee Program streams and Atlantic Immigration Program designations. The new system addresses the gap between high application volumes and available federal allocations by allowing the province to select candidates through periodic draws based on labour market priorities. All current and future submissions will enter an EOI pool, and selected applicants will receive direct notificati

On November 12, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador  held  new rounds of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 330 invitations. Of these, 220 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 110 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). As of February 19, 2025, all applicants to the NLPNP and AIP must submit their applications through the new Immigration

On October 23, 2025, Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. On October 8 and 10, 2025, the province invited 46 Express Entry candidates and 41 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway, respectively. On October 15 and 16, Alberta conducted draws under the Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors stream and invited 10 candidates working in the agriculture sector and 13 professionals

On October 22, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador held new rounds of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 100 invitations. Of these, 55 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 45 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). As of February 19, 2025, all applicants to the NLPNP and AIP must submit their applications through the new Immigration Acce

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has significantly increased the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program's (AAIP)...

On September 13, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador held a new round of selections through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI)...

On August 29, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador  held  its eighth round of selections through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI)...

On August 13, 2025, Alberta  released  the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. On...

On August 13, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador  held  its seventh round of selections through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI)...

As of July 29, 2025, IRCC has revised the settlement fund requirements for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). A single applicant...

Nova Scotia's Immigration and Population Growth Branch is modernizing its Atlantic Immigration Program with a new online endorsement...