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New Brunswick Issues 699 Invitations Through NBPNP and AIP Draws
New Brunswick issued 699 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through six immigration draws held on June 3 and June 4, 2026. The invitations were issued under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), targeting skilled workers, graduates, Francophone candidates, and Express Entry applicants.
The latest New Brunswick immigration draw reflects the province’s continued effort to address labour shortages in key sectors such as healthcare, construction, education, transportation, manufacturing, and information technology.
Breakdown of New Brunswick Draw Results
The province invited candidates through multiple pathways:
| Stream | Invitations |
| New Brunswick Experience Pathway | 243 |
| New Brunswick Graduates Stream | 138 |
| Atlantic Immigration Program | 97 |
| New Brunswick Francophone Priorities | 94 |
| Express Entry – Employment in New Brunswick | 75 |
| Francophone Workers in New Brunswick | 52 |
| Total | 699 |
So far in 2026, New Brunswick has invited 2,738 candidates through its provincial immigration programs.
Healthcare, Construction, and IT Continue to Lead Demand
Several sectors appeared repeatedly across all invitation rounds:
- Healthcare
- Construction trades
- Professional and IT occupations
- Transportation
- Education and community services
- Manufacturing
The strong demand for workers in these occupations demonstrates New Brunswick’s ongoing need for skilled talent to support economic growth and public services.
Francophone Immigration Remains a Priority
New Brunswick continues to strengthen its Francophone workforce through targeted immigration pathways.
The province invited:
- 94 candidates through the Francophone Priorities pathway
- 52 candidates through the Francophone Workers in New Brunswick pathway
These initiatives support the province’s goal of increasing French-speaking immigration while addressing labour market needs.
Why the Atlantic Immigration Program Matters
The Atlantic Immigration Program selected 97 applications during this round.
The AIP allows designated employers to recruit foreign workers when qualified local candidates are unavailable. The program remains one of Atlantic Canada’s most important immigration pathways and helps employers fill persistent labour shortages.
What Candidates Should Know
Submitting an Expression of Interest does not guarantee an invitation. New Brunswick selects candidates based on:
- Labour market priorities
- Occupation demand
- Available immigration allocations
- Provincial economic needs
Candidates working in healthcare, trades, transportation, education, and technology occupations may continue to benefit from future invitation rounds.
Outlook for New Brunswick Immigration
The latest draws demonstrate that New Brunswick remains focused on attracting workers who can immediately contribute to the province’s economy. With ongoing labour shortages and continued population growth targets, additional invitations are expected throughout 2026.
For skilled workers seeking permanent residence, New Brunswick continues to offer multiple pathways through both the NBPNP and the Atlantic Immigration Program.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many invitations did New Brunswick issue in the latest draws?
New Brunswick issued 699 Invitations to Apply across six draws held on June 3 and June 4, 2026.
Which pathway issued the most invitations?
The New Brunswick Experience Pathway issued the highest number of invitations with 243 ITAs.
How many Atlantic Immigration Program applications were selected?
The Atlantic Immigration Program selected 97 applications in the latest round.
Which occupations were targeted?
Healthcare, construction trades, transportation, education, manufacturing, professional services, and IT occupations were prioritized.
How many candidates has New Brunswick invited in 2026?
The province has invited 2,738 candidates through its immigration programs so far in 2026.
