The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) released the latest candidate breakdown for the Skills Immigration registration pool as of August 4, 2026. A total of 8,306 active profiles are currently registered in the system. Candidates with scores between 100 and 109 form the largest group with 1,651 registrations, while the 90 to 99 range follows closely with 1,468 profiles. Only 48 applicants possess scores of 140 or higher, showing that top-tier scores remain ra

The Government of Ontario has officially opened the Expression of Interest portal for the new Ontario Workforce Priority stream. Replacing eight former nomination pathways, the new stream allows eligible foreign workers with an Ontario job offer and self-employed physicians to register for provincial nomination. The stream features three distinct pathways covering TEER 0–3 occupations, TEER 4–5 roles, and self-employed physicians billing through OHIP. Uninvited profiles submi

On August 4, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #431 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 507 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 768 points, 24 points more than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 15, 2026, at 15:58:19 UTC. As of August 3, there were 229,100 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year,

Saskatchewan has allocated at least 750 provincial immigration nominations in 2026 for graduates of local designated learning institutions who secure job offers in key economic sectors. Under updated Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) guidance, eligibility relies on the employer’s operational sector rather than the applicant’s specific field of study. Qualifying industries include healthcare, agriculture, technology, skilled trades, energy, mining, and manufacturin

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released the official requirements for its new Ontario Workforce Priority stream, which replaced the previous OINP pathways. The stream includes three pathways: TEER 0–3 occupations, TEER 4–5 occupations, and self-employed physicians. The published guidance confirms eligibility criteria, work experience, language, education, employer requirements, and application procedures. Officials encourage candidates and employers to revie

On July 20, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #427 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 511 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 744 points, 36 points more than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 26, 2026, at 18:11:36 UTC. As of July 19, there were 231,533 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, t

Actionable — Ontario: the OINP's regulatory redesign is now in force. The former 8 program streams have been eliminated and replaced with a new Ontario Workforce Priority stream; the Expression of Interest system is closed to new EOIs and the e-filing portal is expected to reopen later this summer. Applications already submitted under the former streams will be assessed under the rules in place when filed. Recommend holding new Ontario-stream filings until the portal reopens.

Four rounds were held so far this month: a PNP-specific draw on July 6 (534 ITAs, CRS 708 — the lowest PNP cut-off since November 25, 2025), a Canadian Experience Class draw on July 7 (2,000 ITAs, CRS 517), a French-language-proficiency draw on July 9 (5,000 ITAs, CRS 420), and a senior-managers-with-Canadian-experience draw on July 10 (500 ITAs, CRS 392). No round has been held since July 10 as of this writing — worth flagging to CRS-borderline clients watching the pool. (So

Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. In the first half of July, the province invited 1,177 candidates under six streams. The AAIP invited 833 Alberta Opportunity Stream and 42 Rural Renewal Stream candidates, as well as 92 Express Entry and 51 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Additionally, the province issued invitations to 149 candidates under the Alberta Express Entry

The Government of Nova Scotia has announced a one-time expansion of its 2026 selection priorities under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). In addition to previously identified priority occupations, the province will consider active EOIs submitted on or before June 30, 2026, from candidates who are already living and working in Nova Scotia and whose work permits expire in 2026 or earlier. The expanded selection includes workers i

On July 9, 2026, British Columbia held new invitation rounds under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP), targeting four priority occupation categories. The province invited 91 Early Childhood Educators, 116 candidates in all priority health care occupations, 136 candidates in all priority construction occupations, and fewer than five candidates in priority veterinary care occupations. The veterinary draw was open to all priority veterinary care occupations,

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) opened targeted intake windows for capped employment sectors on July 6. Demand was exceptionally high, with all available Employer Position Assessment (EPA) spaces for the July 6 intake filled almost immediately. A total of 125 EPA applications were accepted, including 25 for Trucking, 50 for Retail Trade, and 50 for Accommodations. The remaining intake window for the Food Services sector is scheduled to open on July 7 at 12:3

On July 6, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #423 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 534 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 708 points, 22 points fewer than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was June 4, 2026, at 14:49:51 UTC. As of July 5, there were 235,127 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, th

The Government of New Brunswick extended the Private Career College Graduate Pilot in a limited capacity until the end of 2027. This extension offers an immigration pathway to international students currently enrolled in specific programs who cannot graduate before the original deadline. Provincial officials confirmed that no new nominations will be issued once this revised period concludes. Students who do not qualify are encouraged to explore alternative streams, such as pa

Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. From June 16 to June 29, the province invited 1,037 candidates under six streams. The AAIP invited 720 Alberta Opportunity Stream and 61 Tourism and Hospitality Stream candidates, as well as 46 Express Entry and 75 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Additionally, the province issued invitations to Express Entry candidates, including 100

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) released the processing statistics for the first half of 2026. The province has issued 2,628 nominations, accounting for 55% of its overall annual allocation of 4,761 spaces. Priority sectors lead intake, issuing 1,466 nominations and reaching 62% of the mandatory minimum allocation. The capped categories, including trucking, accommodations, food services, and retail trade, have reached 60% of their maximum limit, with 718 nom

The Government of Saskatchewan announced that the provincial minimum wage will rise to $15.70 per hour on October 1, 2026. Officials used a standard indexation formula to calculate this change. The formula gives equal weight to the Consumer Price Index and the average hourly wage in the province. Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Ken Cheveldayoff stated that the increase balances workers' needs with business growth. A four-year income tax reduction plan will also

The Ontario Government introduced major changes to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) by replacing eight existing streams with the new Ontario Workforce Priority stream. This regulatory update aims to streamline permanent residence pathways for individuals with job offers in the province. The new program introduces higher language and education benchmarks to strengthen overall program integrity. It also lowers revenue thresholds for employers in rural communities to

British Columbia expanded access to the 2025 B.C. Newcomers' Guide by releasing it in six languages. Newcomers arriving in British Columbia can now get important settlement details more easily. Starting in June 2026, the resource is available in French, Simplified Chinese, Punjabi, Spanish, Arabic, and Tagalog, alongside English. People can download the PDF online or order print copies through the WelcomeBC website. The guide provides essential information on housing, health

On June 18, 2026, the Government of British Columbia conducted new draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Programs (BCPNP). The province issued invitations to apply to 279 skilled candidates with the potential to create a high economic impact in the province. The selection criteria targeted two distinct groups: 130 candidates in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 positions earning a minimum wage of $62 per hour and $125,000 per year while working full-time with their support