North Bay & Area RCIP unveils expanded 2026 priority occupation list with new sector

The North Bay & Area Rural Community Immigration Pilot has announced significant updates to its 2026 Priority Occupation List, including the addition of a sixth priority sector focused on natural and applied sciences. Following consultation with over 170 designated employers and analysis of regional labour market data, the program has refined its occupations list to better address workforce needs across healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and newly added technology fields. The revised list features 25 priority occupations, with applications accepted through ten scheduled intake periods throughout the year beginning February 15. All unsuccessful 2025 applications have been removed to provide candidates with a fresh start under the updated criteria.

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