Alberta issued 743 invitations through recent AAIP draws targeting workers in health care, manufacturing, agriculture, rural communities, and the Alberta Opportunity Stream. The results show Alberta’s continued focus on candidates who can support key labour-market needs across the province.
Ontario has launched the new Ontario Workforce Priority Stream under the OINP, creating three pathways for TEER 0–3 workers, TEER 4–5 workers, and eligible self-employed physicians. The update may create new permanent residence opportunities for workers and employers aligned with Ontario’s labour-market needs.
IRCC issued 955 Invitations to Apply in a Provincial Nominee Program Express Entry draw held on June 22, 2026. The draw highlights how a provincial nomination can significantly strengthen an Express Entry profile and improve a candidate’s path toward permanent residence.
Prince Edward Island issued 182 invitations through its Labour Impact and Express Entry pathways in its largest provincial immigration draw of 2026 so far. The draw highlights PEI’s continued focus on skilled workers, international graduates, and candidates connected to priority labour-market sectors.
New Brunswick has released new immigration invitation results, showing continued demand for skilled workers, graduates, Francophone candidates, and employer-supported applicants.
Canada has proposed regulatory changes that could make earlier access to work permits a permanent part of the asylum process.
Some Canadian citizens born outside Canada may be facing a serious and confusing situation: being asked to surrender their Canadian citizenship certificate while their file is under review.







