Newfoundland and Labrador Invites 97 Candidates
Newfoundland and Labrador Invites 97 Candidates in Latest PNP Selection Round
The invitations, issued Sept. 4, 2026, are the latest selection under the province’s Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP). Successful nominees can use their provincial nomination to apply for permanent residence in Canada through the federal immigration system.
September 4 NLPNP Draw: Key Details
This was the 13th selection round held by Newfoundland and Labrador in 2026, as the province continues to regularly use its Expression of Interest (EOI) system to find candidates that meet its current immigration priorities.
Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Draws in 2026
| Draw date | Total invitations | NLPNP | AIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2026 | 445 | 362 | 83 |
| March 30, 2026 | 245 | 209 | 36 |
| April 13, 2026 | 210 | 177 | 33 |
| May 1, 2026 | 190 | 157 | 33 |
| May 11, 2026 | 186 | 168 | 18 |
| May 28, 2026 | 103 | 84 | 19 |
| June 10, 2026 | 108 | 89 | 19 |
| July 10, 2026 | 57 | 17 | 40 |
| July 28, 2026 | 445 | 400 | 45 |
| August 10, 2026 | 208 | 186 | 22 |
| August 18, 2026 | 122 | 122 | 0 |
| August 26, 2026 | 140 | 94 | 46 |
| September 4, 2026 | 97 | 97 | 0 |
September’s draw follows two successive August selections in which the province also invited qualified applicants through its provincial nominee program. The most recent round, however, was smaller and did not include an AIP selection.
Province Has Issued 2,556 Invitations in 2026
In 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador has issued 2,556 invitations via its provincial immigration programs.
Of this total:
- 2,162 invitations were issued through the NLPNP.
- 394 invitations were issued through the AIP.
The numbers underscore the important part that provincial and regional immigration streams continue to play in Newfoundland and Labrador’s efforts to attract workers and other eligible newcomers. The province does not specify the NLPNP immigration streams or occupational sectors involved in each round of selection. Candidates can’t just look at the draw on September 4 to know which particular occupations received invitations.
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.
How Newfoundland and Labrador Selects Candidates
Newfoundland and Labrador uses an Expression of Interest system to choose the candidates. Prospective applicants send an EOI to the province through the Immigration Accelerator Portal. The profile includes details such as the candidate’s education, work experience, language skills, and intent to settle in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Candidates are then entered into the provincial pool and may be considered in subsequent rounds of selection. Valid job offer is mandatory for worker categories. The province can use its immigration priorities when choosing candidates to select. Some of the factors that may improve the candidate’s profile are:
- Employment in the healthcare sector
- Employment outside major population centres
- French-language proficiency
- Graduation from a Newfoundland and Labrador post-secondary institution
- Other factors identified under the province’s current selection priorities
Because selection priorities can change, candidates should review the province’s requirements before creating or updating an EOI.
Updated Processing Times for PNP Applications
The processing time depends on whether the provincial nomination is submitted through a base or enhanced pathway.
| Application type | Processing time as of September 4, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Base PNP | 13 months |
| Enhanced PNP | 7 months |
These processing estimates apply at the federal stage and can change as application volumes and processing capacity fluctuate.
EOI Profiles Remain Valid for 12 Months
Candidates should also note the validity period of their EOI. An EOI submitted to Newfoundland and Labrador will be valid for a period of 12 months. If the candidate does not get an invite within this time, the profile expires.
Conclusion
Source :- https://www.gov.nl.ca
