Saskatchewan’s 2026 SINP cap is reduced to 4,761 nominations, with priority sectors receiving at least 50 percent of spaces and capped sectors facing strict intake windows. New $500 fees and fast quota usage make early planning essential.
British Columbia has updated its Provincial Nominee Program for 2026 to align with the Look West strategy, focusing on Care, Build, and Innovate categories. After facing major quota cuts in 2025, the province has closed its entry-level streams, raised application
On April 22, 2026, the BC PNP and OINP executed major immigration draws. British Columbia strictly prioritized economic impact, demanding a $125,000 salary or a minimum score of 138 points. Meanwhile, Ontario conducted a massive general sweep of its graduate
Ontario issues 759 ITAs targeting the mining sector across three Employer Job Offer streams with scores ranging from 34 to 85.
The Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism in Newfoundland and Labrador has released new prioritization criteria for its Expression of Interest system, aiming to improve transparency and target critical labour shortages. The update outlines nine key priority areas, including healthcare, rural
Ontario has launched Canada’s first Occupational Exposure Registry, allowing workers to anonymously log exposure to 11 hazardous substances, download records, and support prevention and future medical assessment.
Introduced on Feb. 19, 2026, proposed legislation would place the EQA designation framework into law, give government inspection and enforcement powers, and ban non designated institutions from recruiting or enrolling study permit students.
New Brunswick introduced new NB PNP intake restrictions effective February 3, 2026, stopping consideration and invitations for many candidates in NAICS 72 and several retail and other occupations across both Express Entry and Skilled Worker streams, with limited exceptions for
BC PNP has increased its processing fees, keeping registration free while raising the application fee from $1,475 to $1,750, and maintaining the request for review fee at $500. 2025 draw details are included as background only.
From January 1, 2026, the Innovation and Tech Talent Pathway applies an updated NOC list and clarified rules on work experience, language, licensing and job offers, changing how new tech and innovation candidates are assessed for provincial nomination in Saskatchewan.
Ontario has announced a bold two-phase redesign of its provincial immigration program, aiming to simplify the OINP and align it more closely with labour market and demographic priorities. Phase one consolidates existing job offer streams into two tracks based on
Ontario has suspended its Express Entry: Skilled Trades Stream due to widespread concerns over misrepresentation and fraud. All outstanding applications will be returned with fees refunded. Applicants can explore other OINP streams as alternatives while the program undergoes reform. Experts
The Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP) in Manitoba offers a pathway to permanent residency for select temporary foreign workers, but strict rules apply. From employer eligibility and sector restrictions to the 50% Manitoba residency rule and timing conflicts with other
Ontario has implemented sweeping changes to its Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) starting July 1, 2025, introducing a new employer-led portal, in-person interviews, and increased authority to return applications. These updates enhance program integrity and prioritize job-ready applicants aligned with Ontario’s
British Columbia has dramatically cut the time it takes for U.S.-trained nurses to register and begin work, dropping from four months to just days. With over 1,150 American healthcare professionals expressing interest, the province is leveraging cross-border regulatory alignment, strategic
