New Brunswick Issues Fresh Invitations to Skilled Workers, Local Graduates, and Francophone Candidates
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New Brunswick conducted two NBPNP draws, issuing 326 invitations under the Express Entry and Strategic Initiative streams. The province targeted skilled workers, eligible graduates, and French-speaking candidates meeting language and residency criteria.
On February 2, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) carried out two separate invitation rounds, issuing more than 300 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. These draws targeted candidates who align with the province’s current labour market needs.
Invitations were sent through two immigration pathways, prioritizing French-speaking applicants, individuals already employed in New Brunswick or holding valid job offers, and eligible graduates or selected letter of interest recipients. To be eligible, candidates had to submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) by February 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. AST.
New Brunswick Draw Results
This week, New Brunswick invited a total of 326 candidates for provincial nomination through two major pathways under the NBPNP. The invitations were issued under the Express Entry Stream and the Strategic Initiative Stream.
- Total ITAs issued: 326
- Streams included: Express Entry Stream & Strategic Initiative Stream
New Brunswick Express Entry Stream
Most invitations were issued through this stream, particularly under the Employment in New Brunswick pathway.
|
Pathway |
Invitations Issued |
Occupational Categories |
|
Employment in New Brunswick |
166 |
All sectors* |
*The province announced on February 3 that future draws will not consider candidates working directly in the accommodation and food services sector (NAICS 72) under this stream.
About the Employment in New Brunswick pathway:
To qualify, candidates must:
- Be employed full-time with a New Brunswick employer in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation.
- Have completed at least 12 months of work in the province in a TEER 0-3 role (with the same or a different employer).
- Have held a valid work authorization in Canada during that period.
- Have resided in New Brunswick for the past 12 months.
Since this stream is aligned with Express Entry, successful nominees receive an additional 600 CRS points, significantly increasing their chances of obtaining permanent residence.
New Brunswick Strategic Initiative Stream
Under this stream, 160 invitations were issued, focusing entirely on Francophone candidates across various occupations. Applicants must demonstrate at least NCLC level 5 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking to qualify.
Pathway | Invitations Issued | Occupational Categories |
New Brunswick Francophone Priorities | 160 | All sectors |
Francophone Workers in New Brunswick |
NB Francophone Priorities Pathway:
French-speaking candidates may qualify if they:
- Are living in New Brunswick and have completed a minimum of one year, in-person program at Université de Moncton or CCNB; or
- Have received a Letter of Interest from Immigration New Brunswick.
Francophone Workers in New Brunswick Pathway:
Applicants can be considered if they:
- Are employed full-time in a permanent role with a New Brunswick employer (or have accepted such a job offer); and
- Have lived in the province for at least six months, or secured a job offer through a provincial government-led recruitment mission.
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New Brunswick’s latest draws reflect the province’s strong focus on skilled workers, in-province graduates, and Francophone talent to meet local labour demands. With clear eligibility criteria and targeted pathways, candidates must stay prepared and ensure their profiles are up to date.
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