New Brunswick invites over 660 provincial immigration candidates across six draws
Key takeaways
- New Brunswick invited 669 candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in early June 2026.
- The selection rounds took place from June 3 to June 4, targeting skilled workers and graduates.
- Candidates were invited through three NBPNP streams and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
- Affected candidates should assess their eligibility and prepare for potential applications.
New Brunswick recently invited 669 candidates through its provincial immigration programs during selection rounds held between June 3 and June 4, 2026. This initiative is part of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). For further details, applicants can refer to the source article.
Approximately 86.1% of the invitations were issued through the NBPNP. This selection round reflects the province's ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers and international graduates to address labor market demands.
Understanding the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program is designed to help the province meet its economic and demographic needs by allowing it to nominate individuals for permanent residency. The program includes various streams tailored to different applicant profiles, such as the Skilled Worker Stream, Strategic Initiative Stream, and Express Entry Stream.
The NBPNP aims to draw skilled workers, international graduates, and Francophone candidates to enhance New Brunswick's workforce. Each stream has specific eligibility criteria, focusing on the skills and experience necessary to address labor shortages in the province.
Overview of the New Brunswick immigration process
The recent selection rounds included invitations from three distinct streams within the NBPNP:
Skilled Worker Stream: On June 3, 2026, two draws were conducted under this stream, inviting 381 candidates through pathways like the New Brunswick Experience and New Brunswick Graduates. This stream primarily targeted individuals in construction trades and health care, with additional occupations prioritized for graduates.
Strategic Initiative Stream: This stream issued 146 invitations on June 3. Candidates were selected from the New Brunswick Francophone Priorities and Francophone Workers in New Brunswick pathways, again focusing on construction trades, health care, and other essential sectors.
Express Entry Stream: On June 4, 2026, the province extended invitations to 75 candidates under this stream, specifically targeting those who have lived and worked in New Brunswick for at least 12 months in eligible occupations.
Additionally, the Atlantic Immigration Program invited 97 candidates on June 3, focusing on individuals with job offers in various sectors, including health care and education.
Requirements for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
Eligibility for the NBPNP varies by stream but generally requires candidates to have a job offer from a New Brunswick employer, relevant work experience, and sufficient language proficiency. For instance, the Skilled Worker Stream has specific pathways that target individuals already living and working in the province for an eligible employer or international graduates of New Brunswick institutions.
For the New Brunswick Experience pathway, candidates must have at least six months of full-time work experience with their employer, while the New Brunswick Graduates pathway is aimed at those who have completed a program eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Candidates interested in applying through the NBPNP should assess their eligibility and prepare for the application process, keeping in mind that the cut-off date for the recent draws was June 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. AST.
For more information on the provincial nominee programs and the application process, candidates can visit the Provincial Nominee Programs page on the official government website.
Official current rules are at canada.ca; this guide is independent reference content.