Newfoundland and Labrador held its seventh provincial immigration draw of 2026 on June 10, issuing 108 invitations across both of the province’s immigration programs.
The draw was conducted through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), continuing the province’s regular monthly selection rounds.
Draw Results
Of the 108 invitations issued:
- NLPNP: 89 invitations (82.4% of total)
- AIP: 19 invitations (17.6% of total)
The NL Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism did not specify which NLPNP streams or occupations were targeted in this draw.
2026 Draw Trends
After a pattern of progressively lower invitation totals through May, the June 10 draw shows a slight recovery:
| Draw Date | Total Invitations | NLPNP | AIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6 | 445 | 362 | 83 |
| March 30 | 245 | 209 | 36 |
| April 13 | 210 | 177 | 33 |
| May 1 | 190 | 157 | 33 |
| May 11 | 186 | 168 | 18 |
| May 28 | 103 | 84 | 19 |
| June 10 | 108 | 89 | 19 |
As of June 10, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador has issued a total of 1,487 invitations across all draws. Of these, 83.8% have gone to NLPNP candidates.
How to Apply for NLPNP or AIP
Candidates seeking consideration must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to the NL Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism.
Key requirements:
- A valid job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer is required before submitting an EOI (except for entrepreneur streams under NLPNP)
- The EOI must include information about occupation, education, language proficiency, and intent to settle in the province
- EOIs are valid for 12 months
- Candidates not invited before their EOI expires must submit a new one
After receiving an invitation: Candidates have 60 days to respond by submitting a full application. For AIP, the application is submitted by the employer; for NLPNP, it is submitted by the candidate.
Priority Criteria
The NL OIM may prioritize candidates who meet certain criteria, including:
- Working in healthcare occupations
- Employed outside major urban centres
- Strong prospects for long-term settlement in the province
- Ties to Newfoundland and Labrador through graduation from a local post-secondary institution
Newfoundland and Labrador remains one of Canada’s most accessible provinces for economic immigration, with a steady monthly draw schedule and two parallel programs for skilled workers.