Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 85 Invitations in October 29 Immigration Draw

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Newfoundland and Labrador Conducts Latest Immigration Draw

On October 29, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador issued a total of 85 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to prospective immigrants. The majority, 75 invitations, were distributed under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), with the remaining 10 invitations allocated to the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

Breakdown of the October 29 Draw

Date: October 29, 2026
Total ITAs Issued: 85
NLPNP Invitations: 75
Atlantic Immigration Program Invitations: 10
Minimum Score: Not published

Previous Immigration Rounds in October

This latest draw followed a round on October 23, 2026, during which 120 Invitations to Apply were sent through the NLPNP. Earlier in the month, the province also issued 126 invitations on October 16. Rounds were also held on October 9 and September 25.

October 23, 2026: 120 ITAs (all NLPNP)
October 16, 2026: 126 ITAs (125 NLPNP, 1 AIP)
October 9, 2026: 131 ITAs (130 NLPNP, 1 AIP)
September 25, 2026: 41 ITAs (all NLPNP)

Collectively, the four draws in October have led to a total of 462 invitations, nearly doubling the 236 invitations issued across all rounds held in September.

Atlantic Immigration Program Invitation Trends

The 10 AIP invitations issued on October 29 mark the highest number in a single draw since August 26, when 46 AIP invitations were given. From August 26 to October 29, only three AIP invitations were issued in separate draws on September 18, October 9, and October 16, with no AIP invitations distributed on October 23. The Atlantic Immigration Program remains employer-driven, and invitation numbers reflect employer demand within Newfoundland and Labrador.

Cumulative Invitations for 2026

To date in 2026, the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism has conducted twenty selection rounds, issuing a total of 3,157 Invitations to Apply. Of these:

2,750 ITAs were issued under the NLPNP
407 ITAs were issued through the Atlantic Immigration Program

This continues Newfoundland and Labrador’s immigration efforts, with rounds occurring almost weekly throughout the year.

Selection Process and Expression of Interest System

Since February 19, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador has operated a unified Expression of Interest (EOI) pool for both the NLPNP and its portion of the Atlantic Immigration Program. Interested candidates submit an EOI profile, from which the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism selects individuals to receive Invitations to Apply throughout the year. Only those who receive an ITA can proceed with completing an application. The province does not publish minimum required scores or announce future round dates in advance, but updates each round on their official ITA Updates web page.

Express Entry and NLPNP

Applicants who receive a provincial nomination through the NLPNP Express Entry Skilled Worker category are awarded an additional 600 points in the Comprehensive Ranking System. This significantly increases the likelihood of receiving an invitation to apply in a subsequent federal Express Entry round.

Conclusion

With the latest draw, Newfoundland and Labrador continues to emphasize its commitment to attracting skilled workers and meeting employer demand, both through the Provincial Nominee Program and the Atlantic Immigration Program. Applicants interested in immigrating to the province should monitor the official ITA Updates for information on future selection rounds and requirements.