Newfoundland and Labrador facilitates two economic immigration programs. These programs assist skilled workers, international graduates and entrepreneurs settle permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador with their families and gain permanent residence in Canada. These programs also assist Newfoundland and Labrador employers with addressing labour market needs.
– Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism Jobs, Immigration and Growth –
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) is an economic immigration program designed to address local labour market needs while attracting skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs who intend to settle permanently in the province. It enables employers facing workforce shortages to hire qualified newcomers, and successful applicants gain a pathway to Canadian permanent residency.
The program offers tailored support through Labour Market Development Officers who help employers identify suitable immigration pathways and complete Job Vacancy Assessments (JVA). Employers can contact officers via phone (1-800-563-6600) or email (EmploymentPrograms@gov.nl.ca) for guidance.
For detailed information, please visit their website.
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) is a federal program designed to help employers in Atlantic Canada, including Newfoundland and Labrador, address labour shortages by recruiting and retaining skilled international workers and graduates. The AIP emphasizes employer-driven recruitment and enhanced settlement support.
For detailed information, please visit their website.
2026
Bill C-12 : Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act
Bill C-12 is designed to keep people in Canada safe. It would make sure law enforcement has the right tools to:
The Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act proposes important reforms to enhance the integrity and fairness of Canada’s immigration and asylum systems.
- keep our borders secure
- fight transnational organized crime
- stop the flow of illegal fentanyl
- crack down on money laundering
- protect Canada while upholding Canada’s privacy and Charter rights
2025
The 2026 – 2028 Immigration Levels Plan – November 5, 2025
- Reduces arrival targets for new temporary residents (TRs <5% of total population)
- Stabilizes permanent resident admission targets (PRs <1% of total population)
Supplementary Information for the 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan
The Levels Plan includes temporary resident targets and ranges for new arrivals of international students and temporary foreign workers, along with permanent resident targets and ranges under the immigration categories of Economic, Family, Refugees and Protected Persons, and Humanitarian & Compassionate and Other.