Newfoundland & Labrador (NL) has again made waves in the Canadian immigration scene. In recent draws under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) plus the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), over 200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, a sign that the province is aggressively addressing labour shortages and expanding its invitation quotas. If you’ve been considering immigration to Canada, especially through Provincial streams, this is important.
Key Figures:
On August 29, 2025, NL issued 202 ITAs:
- 125 via NLPNP
- 77 via AIP
- Then, in the September 12, 2025 draw, the volume jumped significantly: 353 total invites, split 218 NLPNP/135 AIP.
- Earlier draws in the summer (e.g., August 13, July 29) showed similar patterns - NLPNP typically issuing more, but AI increasingly contributing larger shares.
Trend Insights
1. Stronger AIP Momentum
AIP had fewer invites earlier in the year, but NL is gradually relying on AIP more to meet employer-driven needs, especially for candidates with valid job offers from visa-designated employers.
Consistency & Expansion





