Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Draw
Newfoundland and Labrador Invites 41 Workers in Latest Immigration Draw
Newfoundland and Labrador has conducted another provincial immigration draw, inviting 41 foreign workers to continue their pathway toward Canadian permanent residence (PR). The September 25 selection brings the province’s total number of provincial immigration invitations issued in 2026 to 2,695.
The latest round was limited to the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP). No candidates were selected through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), making this the fourth AIP-free selection round conducted by the province this year.
41 Workers Selected in September 25 Draw
Candidates who receive a provincial nomination can use it to support their application for Canadian permanent residence through the federal immigration system.
Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Draw Results
| Draw Date | NLPNP invitations | AIP invitations |
|---|---|---|
| March 6 | 362 | 83 |
| March 6 | 209 | 36 |
| April 13 | 177 | 33 |
| May 1 | 157 | 33 |
| May 11 | 168 | 18 |
| May 28 | 84 | 19 |
| June 10 | 89 | 19 |
| July 10 | 17 | 40 |
| July 28 | 400 | 45 |
| August 10 | 186 | 22 |
| August 18 | 122 | — |
| August 26 | 94 | 46 |
| September 4 | 97 | — |
| September 10 | 36 | — |
| September 18 | 61 | 1 |
| September 25 | 41 | N/A |
The September 25 round produced the smallest combined invitation total among the province’s AIP-inclusive selections since Newfoundland and Labrador moved to an Expression of Interest model in February 2025.
Province Has Issued 2,695 Invitations in 2026
By September 25, Newfoundland and Labrador had issued 2,695 invitations through its provincial immigration selection process.
The cumulative figure includes:
- 2,300 invitations through the NLPNP
- 395 invitations through the AIP
- 2,854 invitations combined
The number of invitations should not be confused with the province’s annual nomination allocation. For 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador has 2,854 spaces available across the NLPNP and AIP. Of these spaces, 2,379 are assigned to the NLPNP, while 475 are allocated to the AIP. These figures represent the number of nominations and endorsements available rather than the number of invitations that can be issued in individual draws.
How Candidates Move From Provincial Selection to PR
If the application is approved, the province issues a nomination or endorsement certificate. The candidate can then use that approval to submit a permanent residence application to the federal government.
Invitations to Apply (ITA) Updates
OIM reviews EOIs and issues Invitations to Apply (ITA) in batches throughout the year. When ITAs are issued, the table below will be updated.
| Date Issued | Number of ITAs Issued | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| April 3, 2025 | 256 | NLPNP – 206, AIP – 50 |
| May 8, 2025 | 328 | NLPNP – 281, AIP – 47 |
| May 29, 2025 | 405 | NLPNP – 351, AIP – 54 |
| June 24, 2025 | 320 | NLPNP – 257, AIP – 63 |
| July 10, 2025 | 359 | NLPNP – 300, AIP – 59 |
| July 29, 2025 | 150 | NLPNP – 100, AIP – 50 |
| August 13, 2025 | 231 | NLPNP – 180, AIP – 51 |
| August 29, 2025 | 202 | NLPNP – 125, AIP – 77 |
| September 12, 2025 | 353 | NLPNP – 218, AIP – 135 |
| September 26, 2025 | 217 | NLPNP – 107, AIP – 110 |
| October 9, 2025 | 125 | NLPNP – 73, AIP – 52 |
| October 22, 2025 | 100 | NLPNP – 55, AIP – 45 |
| November 12, 2025 | 330 | NLPNP – 220, AIP – 110 |
| March 6, 2026 | 445 | NLPNP – 362, AIP – 83 |
| March 30, 2026 | 245 | NLPNP – 209, AIP – 36 |
| April 13, 2026 | 210 | NLPNP – 177, AIP – 33 |
| May 1, 2026 | 190 | NLPNP – 157, AIP – 33 |
Frequently Asked Questions surrounding the EOI Model can be found here. OIM uses EOI prioritization criteria to guide its decisions.
Work Permit Option for Some Provincial Nominees
Under a temporary federal measure introduced on June 9, 2026, eligible base provincial nominees who have submitted their PR application can apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) without waiting for an Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) from the federal government.
Current PR Processing Times
| Application type | Processing time (Sept. 4) |
|---|---|
| Base PNP | 13 months |
| Enhanced PNP | 7 months |
| AIP | 26 months |
These processing times are separate from the time required for provincial selection, nomination, or endorsement. Therefore, applicants should consider both the provincial stage and the federal PR processing stage when planning their immigration pathway.
Conclusion
The September 25 selection demonstrates that Newfoundland and Labrador continues to issue invitations through its provincial immigration framework as the province works within its 2026 allocation.
Applicants considering Newfoundland and Labrador as a destination for Canadian permanent residence should therefore review their eligibility, employment situation, job offer requirements and connection to the province before entering the candidate pool.
Source :- https://www.gov.nl.ca
