Sep 2, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The province has fully transitioned to an Expression of Interest model for immigration applications. This means: Applicants now submit a form outlining their qualifications. The province reviews submissions and issues Invitations to Apply (ITAs) based on labor market...
Aug 8, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Jobs, Immigration and Growth, today announced two major initiatives to strengthen Newfoundland and Labrador’s skilled trades workforce: a $3.54 million investment to support women apprentices through social enterprise, and the...
Jun 26, 2025 | Press Room
As part of changes to the International Student Program, a new requirement was introduced in 2024. To be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), international students in non-degree programs (programs other than bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees)...
Jun 12, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Jobs, Immigration and Growth, is announcing funding to develop a comprehensive understanding of the current environment of the skilled trades in the construction industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. Funding for this project is...
May 30, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
Temporary foreign workers fill important labour and skills gaps in all sectors of the Canadian economy. Workers are expected to fulfil their employment contracts and arrive in Canada with the intent to work with the employer who has recruited them and provided the...
May 29, 2025 | Press Room
Federal, provincial and territorial Forum of Labour Market Ministers (FLMM) met virtually on Monday to discuss progress on their joint commitment to breaking down barriers to labour mobility as one of the strategies to mitigate the negative effects of tariffs and...
Apr 24, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and New Brunswick have signed a memorandum of understanding on free trade and labour mobility. Newfoundland and Labrador is New Brunswick’s fourth largest trading partner when considering two-way trade. In an effort to...
Apr 22, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
As part of Budget 2025: Smarter. Stronger. Better., the Provincial Government has eliminated fees for apprentices and trade qualifiers effective April 1, 2025, making it more affordable for individuals to obtain journeyperson certification and incentivizing entry into...
Apr 8, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Provincial Government has issued the first round of invitations for individuals that have submitted an expression of interest to immigrate to Newfoundland and Labrador. Selected individuals have a full-time offer of employment from a Newfoundland and Labrador...
Apr 4, 2025 | New Brunswick, Press Room
Effective April 4, 2025 Atlantic Immigration Program is paused for the remainder of the year, as our full allocation for 2025 for this program has been reached. This pause affects the acceptance of new endorsement applications, as well as new invitations to employers...
Mar 21, 2025 | Press Room
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing the Canadian economy, in promoting the vitality of Francophone minority communities and in meeting labour needs across the country. On this International Francophonie Day, the Honourable Rachel Bendayan, Minister...
Mar 11, 2025 | Press Room
Starting February 26, 2025, a new public policy allows apprentices in certain construction trades to study without a study permit if their training is part of their apprenticeship program. This policy is in effect until February 26, 2027 Who Can Apply: To qualify,...
Mar 10, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
Family reunification is an important part of Canada’s immigration system, helping Canadian citizens and permanent residents sponsor their loved ones to live and work alongside them in Canada. Through the Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program, the government is...
Mar 7, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Provincial Government has implemented changes to the Job Vacancy Assessment and Atlantic Immigration Program designation processes. Both the Job Vacancy Assessment and Atlantic Immigration Program designation processes provide initial approval for employers to...
