Newfoundland and Labrador Issues Invitations Under NLPNP and AIP Programs

(Newfoundland and Labrador) Newfoundland and Labrador is pressing ahead with steady immigration rounds under both the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), using a new Expression of Interest (EOI) model rolled out in February 2025. The province held its most recent selection on August 13, issuing 180 invitations under NLPNP and 51 under AIP, for a total of 231 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Year-to-date tallies stand at 1,675 NLPNP ITAs and 374 AIP ITAs, for a combined 2,049 invitations so far in 2025.

Provincial figures show 375 PNP nomination spaces and 101 AIP spaces remained as of August 13. Newfoundland and Labrador began 2025 with a sharp reduction in federal PNP allocation compared with 2024, but in February negotiated an additional 1,000 PNP spots, raising this year’s total to 2,050. The AIP allocation is 475 for 2025, unchanged from previous years. According to analysis by VisaVerge.com, that mid-year increase helped the province keep pace with employer needs after national cuts earlier in the year.

Policy changes and intake snapshot

Officials describe the 2025 intake pattern as active but measured, aligning with labour needs while staying within federal caps. The province has run five named rounds to date in 2025, including an early push in spring and steady draws into the summer.

Key details released this month include:

• Most recent draw (August 13, 2025): 180 NLPNP, 51 AIP, total 231 ITAs
• Total ITAs in 2025: 1,675 (NLPNP), 374 (AIP), combined 2,049
• 2025 nomination spaces: 2,050 (PNP after February increase), 475 (AIP)
• Spaces remaining as of August 13: 375 (PNP), 101 (AIP)

Earlier rounds show consistent activity:

1. April 3: 256 NLPNP (256 total)
2. May 8: 328 total (split not published)
3. May 29: 351 NLPNP, 54 AIP (405 total)
4. June 24: 257 NLPNP, 63 AIP (320 total)

The pattern points to a province using its tools to fill hard-to-staff roles while watching the federal ceiling. Immigration remains one of the main ways employers across the province address shortages in:

• health care
• skilled trades
• seafood processing
• technology
• hospitality
• and other sectors

With fewer PNP spots at the start of the year compared to 2024, Newfoundland and Labrador leaned on a more targeted selection method to choose candidates who can move into jobs quickly and settle long-term.

What applicants need to do now

Newfoundland and Labrador introduced an Enhanced EOI model through its Immigration Accelerator platform in February 2025, and it is now the only door for both NLPNP and AIP candidacy. The basic steps are simple, but timing matters.

Important steps and rules:

• Create and submit an EOI: All candidates must submit an EOI in the Immigration Accelerator portal. An EOI stays active for 12 months.
• Employer invite code (outside Canada): If you are outside Canada and applying under NLPNP or AIP, you need an employer-issued invite code to submit your EOI.
• No code for some in-Canada workers: Temporary residents already in Canada who are applying to NLPNP do not need an invite code.
• Wait for an ITA: The province can select you at any time while your EOI is valid.
• Apply within 60 days: If invited, you have 60 days to file a complete application.

NLPNP focuses on people who plan to settle in the province and strengthen the economy. Streams include:

• Express Entry Skilled Worker
• Skilled Worker
• International Graduate
• International Graduate Entrepreneur
• International Entrepreneur

Key processing changes:

• The process now centers on the EOI portal rather than stand-alone paper steps.
• Applicants receive updates through a personal dashboard once they move from EOI to application.
• Candidates must report any changes in marital status, job, contact details, or other key facts right away; failing to do so can lead to refusal or a withdrawn nomination.
• There is no application fee for the Skilled Worker category.

AIP specifics and employer-driven selection

AIP continues to serve as a regional pathway meant to bring skilled workers and international graduates to Atlantic Canada. Newfoundland and Labrador uses AIP to fill roles where employers need people fast and retention is good.

• 2025 AIP cap: 475
• AIP runs alongside NLPNP and is employer-driven
• For candidates outside Canada, the invite code requirement is central: an employer must be involved early so the EOI can be filed

That single early employer step often determines whether a candidate can enter the selection pool from abroad.

Employer supports and contact information

The province has widened support for employers to help match hiring needs to immigration pathways:

• Labour Market Development Officers assist firms to:
  • map roles to immigration pathways
  • plan timelines
  • complete tasks such as Job Vacancy Assessments

This support is especially valuable in smaller communities where hiring teams juggle many duties.

Contact details for employers and applicants:

• Phone: 1-800-563-6600
• Email: [email protected]
• Official program details and the portal: https://www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/ (link preserved exactly)

How the single EOI platform changes candidate experience

The move to a single EOI platform has changed the experience for candidates:

• Candidates no longer send different forms to different streams or wait in separate queues.
• The province gathers profiles in one place and issues invites as needs arise.
• The 12-month EOI shelf life lets candidates remain visible across multiple rounds without resubmitting frequently.
• Timing aligns better with job offers and training schedules, improving match rates.

Policy context and remaining capacity

Policy context remains important. Newfoundland and Labrador’s 2025 PNP allocation started at 1,050—half the 2024 level—before the province secured 1,000 extra spaces in February. That raised the PNP cap to 2,050 for the year—still just below last year’s level, but enough to keep intake steady.

• AIP: 475 slots (second channel for quicker onboarding)
• The combined approach, backed by the EOI tool, lets the province react to shifts in the job market while staying within national limits.

Final reminders for candidates

For candidates considering both tracks, the key differences come down to employer involvement and status in Canada:

• If you are outside Canada, you will need an employer invite code to lodge an EOI for NLPNP or AIP.
• If you are already a temporary resident in Canada and meet NLPNP rules, you can file an EOI without that code.
• Watch the 60‑day post-invite clock and prepare documents in advance so you can submit on time.
• Keep contact details and job information current in the portal; a missed email or outdated phone number could cost you an opportunity.

The numbers suggest room remains in both channels as summer turns to fall, with 375 PNP and 101 AIP spots still open as of August 13. Applicants and employers who start early, line up the invite code when required, and follow the EOI steps closely are best placed to move when the next round opens. Provincial officials continue to stress orderly intake, and the public data show steady draws that respond to real hiring needs across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Key takeaway: Start your EOI early, secure an employer invite code if you’re outside Canada, maintain up-to-date information in the portal, and be ready to apply within 60 days of an invitation to maximize your chances.