Newfoundland and Labrador has issued its second round of invitations to immigration candidates through its recently introduced Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The EOI system, launched on February 19, 2025, is now used to manage applications for both the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). The move to this new intake process is aimed at better aligning immigration with the province’s evolving labour market needs and improving the overall selection process for skilled workers. Best Canada Immigration Chennai+11LinkedIn+11CIC News+11
On May 8, the province held two draws:Global Opportunities+6LinkedIn+6CIC News+6
- 281 invitations through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)Connecting Countries Immigration+15Global Opportunities+15Canada Immigration Services+15
- 47 invitations through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)Connecting Countries Immigration+10Global Opportunities+10Canada Immigration Services+10
This is the province’s second round of invitations since launching its Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The first round, held on April 3, saw 256 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued. Canada Immigration News+10LinkedIn+10CIC News+10
Like many other provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador experienced a significant cut in its number of provincial nomination allocations for 2025. In response, the province negotiated with the federal government and secured an additional 1,000 spaces for economic immigration. This brings Newfoundland and Labrador’s total allocation to 2,525 nominations for the year. Canada Immigration News+7LinkedIn+7Home+7
Newfoundland and Labrador has introduced a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system as part of its immigration process. Candidates interested in immigrating to the province must now first create an account and submit an EOI through the province’s online platform, the Immigration Accelerator.SPS Canada+4LinkedIn+4CIC News+4
EOIs remain active in the pool for 12 months from the date of submission. If selected, candidates receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA). Those applying through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) can submit their own application, while for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), the employer must complete the submission. Both the applicant and the employer have 60 days to apply after the ITA is issued. ImmigCanada+8LinkedIn+8CIC News+8
It’s important to note that receiving an ITA does not guarantee provincial nomination or permanent residence. Candidates must still meet program requirements and be admissible to Canada. imprintimmigration.com+8LinkedIn+8Oasis India+8
Before the launch of this new system, foreign nationals could apply directly to the province’s immigration pathways without submitting an EOI. Home+5LinkedIn+5CIC News+5