NEW BRUNSWICK CONDUCTED TWO DRAWS UNDER THE NB EXPRESS ENTRY STREAM AND ATLANTIC IMMIGRATION PROGRAM
New Brunswick Conducts Multi-Stream Selection Rounds
On April 10, 2026, Immigration New Brunswick released the latest results from its strategic invitation rounds. These draws utilized the province’s Expression of Interest (EOI) system to select candidates for both the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the federally aligned Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These targeted selections highlight the province’s focus on addressing immediate labor shortages in critical infrastructure and public service sectors.
Breakdown of Recent Invitation Rounds
The latest data confirms two distinct rounds targeting specific occupational categories:
New Brunswick Express Entry Stream (March 30, 2026)
Pathway: Employment in New Brunswick.
Invitations Issued: 25.
Targeted Sectors: Healthcare and Information Technology (IT) professionals.
Objective: To transition high-skilled professionals already working in the province into permanent residency via the federal Express Entry system.
Atlantic Immigration Program (April 1, 2026)
Invitations Issued: 118.
Targeted Sectors: Transportation and Manufacturing.
Objective: To support employer-driven recruitment for essential roles that sustain the regional supply chain and industrial output.
Sector-Specific Momentum in 2026
With a total of 1,666 invitations issued so far in 2026, New Brunswick is demonstrating a highly disciplined approach to its annual allocation. The modest number of invitations in the Express Entry stream (25) compared to the AIP (118) suggests that the province is currently prioritizing employer-sponsored pathways for industrial roles while maintaining a steady but selective flow for specialized healthcare and tech talent.
For our clients at Global Opportunities, these results emphasize that occupational alignment is the primary driver of success in New Brunswick. Unlike general draws, these rounds specifically "hand-pick" candidates whose TEER categories match the province’s 2026 economic priorities. For those in transportation and manufacturing, the AIP continues to be one of the most reliable and fastest routes to residency in Atlantic Canada, bypassing the higher CRS requirements of the federal pool.
Align Your Career with Provincial Priorities
The 2026 data shows that New Brunswick is no longer just looking for "skilled workers"—they are looking for specific solutions to regional labor gaps.
Are you a professional in IT, Healthcare, or Transportation looking to settle in Atlantic Canada? At Global Opportunities, we specialize in identifying which New Brunswick pathway—AIP or NBPNP—offers you the highest probability of success based on your current job offer and experience. Contact us today to ensure your Expression of Interest is optimized for the next targeted draw!