Five Canadian provinces have nominated candidates through provincial immigration programs, allowing them to select economic immigration candidates based on their work experience in demand sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and tech. Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has also started holding category-based selection draws for Express Entry candidates. Quebec, without a PNP, has a separate agreement with the federal government and proposed changes to its provincial immigration criteria, requiring strong French-speaking abilities for newcomers.
On June 22, the Ministry of Immigration, Francization and Integration invited 1,006 skilled workers to apply for permanent selection in Quebec. Applicants had to have a minimum score of 626 and French proficiency level 7 or higher.
Alberta's Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) results show that candidates in the Priority sector, Designated Healthcare Pathway, and Family connection and primary occupation in demand received 68 notifications of interest (NOIs) between June 20 and 22. The lowest-scoring candidate had a CRS score of 301.
On June 27, British Columbia invited over 180 BC PNP candidates in four draws. The largest draw included tech occupations, with 130 candidates from Skilled Worker, International Graduate, and Entry-Level streams. The remaining draws targeted Skilled Workers and International Graduates.
Manitoba has invited 49 Ukrainians to apply for the Skilled Workers Overseas pathway of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Eligible applicants must be Ukrainian citizens, have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark 4 in each language band, have an established connection to Manitoba, have a valid language test, score at least 60 points, and satisfy other requirements. CUAET holders working in Manitoba for at least six months may also apply.
Prince Edward Island invited 90 candidates for Labour and Express Entry categories, focusing on local job offers, graduates, and Express Entry pool applicants.