New Brunswick issues 750 invitations for provincial immigration
New Brunswick conducted several provincial immigration selections between July 16 and July 22, issuing a total of 750 invitations. These invitations were issued through the Atlantic Immigration Program and three streams of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program. The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program streams involved include the New Brunswick Skilled Worker stream, the New Brunswick Strategic Initiative, and the New Brunswick Express Entry stream.
This development matters because it reflects New Brunswick's ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers and address labor market needs through its provincial nominee program. Historically, the province has used these programs to invite candidates with specific skills and experience, and this latest round is consistent with that approach. The use of multiple streams and pathways allows the province to target a range of candidates, from skilled workers and international graduates to francophone workers and those with priority connections to the province.
In terms of the specific mechanics, the invitations were issued through several selection rounds under the different streams. For example, between July 16 and July 18, two selection rounds were held under the Skilled Worker Stream, resulting in 267 invitations. These invitations were issued through all three pathways under this stream, including the New Brunswick Experience, New Brunswick Priorities, and New Brunswick Graduates pathways. The New Brunswick Experience pathway targets individuals who are currently living and working in the province, while the New Brunswick Priorities pathway targets foreign nationals with a full-time job offer from an eligible employer. The New Brunswick Graduates pathway targets international graduates who completed a post-secondary program in the province.
"Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams" is a key consideration for candidates interested in these programs. According to the program details, candidates invited through the NBPNP may respond by applying for provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence, while those invited through the AIP may apply for certificates of endorsement to apply for permanent residence through the AIP.
The groups affected by this development include skilled workers, international graduates, and francophone workers, among others. Specifically, health care workers were invited in every draw, while other targeted occupations varied by round. Candidates from various countries may be eligible, depending on the specific stream and pathway.
For readers interested in pursuing provincial nomination or permanent residence through these programs, the next step is to review the eligibility criteria and application process for the relevant stream and pathway. This may involve checking the official government website for more information on the programs and their requirements, or consulting with an immigration expert to determine the best course of action. The Express Entry draw tracker may also be a useful resource for candidates interested in the Express Entry stream.
Original reporting: CIC News