New Brunswick is bringing fresh talent to the province to fill critical labor gaps. Between August 10 and September 18, the province issued 678 invitations to workers in priority sectors. According to CIC News, these selections target individuals who contribute immediately to the local economy.

If you want to build a life in New Brunswick, these recent draws show the province is actively seeking skilled professionals. The targeted occupational groups include construction, education, social and community services, manufacturing, professional and IT, sales and services, transportation, and other trades.

Provincial Nominee Program Selections

New Brunswick held several draws under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program. This program allows the province to nominate individuals who have the skills and experience needed in the local labor market.

Skilled Worker Stream

Between September 15 and 18, the province issued 197 invitations under the Skilled Worker Stream. This draw focused on the New Brunswick Graduates and New Brunswick Experience pathways. These pathways help international graduates and individuals already working in the province secure permanent residency.

Express Entry Stream

On September 17, New Brunswick invited 102 candidates through the Express Entry Stream. This specific draw targeted the Employment in New Brunswick pathway. To qualify, candidates need to live in the province for at least 12 months and work full time for a local employer.

Strategic Initiative Stream

The province also focuses on growing its francophone community. On September 11, New Brunswick issued 251 invitations through the Strategic Initiative Stream. This draw targeted French speaking workers and candidates with priority connections to the province.

Atlantic Immigration Program Draws

The Atlantic Immigration Program is another major pathway for newcomers. This employer led program helps foreign nationals with a job offer from a designated employer settle in the region. Between August 10 and September 10, New Brunswick conducted three selections under this program and issued 128 invitations.

Workers endorsed through this program apply to the federal government for an employer specific work permit. This allows them to start working while the government processes their permanent residence application.

Next Steps for Invited Candidates

Invited candidates must respond with a complete application for provincial nomination or endorsement. Once the province approves their application, they apply directly to the federal government for permanent residence. Provincial nominees also qualify for a bridging open work permit after submitting their permanent residence application. A recent federal measure allows base provincial nominee applicants to qualify for this work permit before receiving their official acknowledgement of receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sectors is New Brunswick targeting for immigration?

The province is targeting construction, education, social services, manufacturing, IT, sales, and transportation.

What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?

It is a program that helps employers hire foreign workers for jobs they cannot fill locally. Candidates need a job offer from a designated employer to qualify.

Do provincial nominees start working before getting permanent residency?

Yes. Nominees apply for a bridging open work permit to work in Canada while the government processes their permanent residence application.