New Brunswick Opens Immigration Streams with Key Changes for 2025
After a period of uncertainty, New Brunswick is finally reopening its immigration streams! However, due to federal limitations, the province will only be allowed 2,750 immigrant nomination spaces in 2025. This reduction has led to some tough decisions regarding who can apply and which industries will be prioritized.
Key Highlights of New Brunswick’s Immigration Changes:
- Limited Quotas: Only 2,750 total nomination spots are available.
- Priority Sectors: Healthcare, education, and construction workers will be given preference.
- Restricted Occupations: Some roles will not be eligible for nomination in 2025.
- Multiple Pathways Open: Streams like Express Entry, Skilled Worker, and Business Immigration are accepting applications.
Breaking Down the Numbers
The 2,750 nomination spots will be divided between:
- New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP): 1,500 spots
- Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): 1,250 spots
Acting Minister of Post-Secondary Education, Jean-Claude D’Amours, expressed concerns that the reduced quota will impact the province’s economic growth. To counterbalance this, New Brunswick is focusing on attracting skilled workers in high-demand sectors while restricting applications for other roles.
Immigration Stream Updates
New Brunswick Express Entry
- Will reopen soon, accepting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under two pathways:
- Employment in New Brunswick Pathway
- New Brunswick Interests Pathway
- Who’s NOT eligible?
- Accounting technicians, administrative assistants, restaurant managers, food service supervisors, cooks, and bakers will not be considered for nomination.
- The New Brunswick Student Connection under Express Entry will not return in 2025.
New Brunswick Strategic Initiative
- Not accepting new EOIs at this time due to sufficient inventory.
- The In-Person Exploratory Visit option will not be available in 2025.
New Brunswick Skilled Worker Program
This stream is now divided into three pathways:
- New Brunswick Work Experience Pathway:
- Applicants must have worked full-time for an eligible employer in the province for at least six months.
- New Brunswick Graduates Pathway:
- Open to those who completed a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)-eligible program in New Brunswick and have a full-time job or offer.
- New Brunswick Priority Occupations Pathway:
- Requires a full-time job offer from an employer through a government-led recruitment mission.
- Who’s NOT eligible?
- Roles like bartenders, food counter attendants, shippers, and customer service representatives are excluded.
Other Programs Accepting Applications
- Private Career College Graduate Program (open until autumn 2025)
- New Brunswick Business Immigration (requires six months of business operation in the province)
- New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot
- Atlantic Immigration Program
What’s Next?
New Brunswick has hinted at possible adjustments in the future, so potential immigrants should stay informed and watch for updates. While the province faces challenges with its reduced quota, it remains committed to welcoming skilled professionals who can contribute to its economy.
For those planning to immigrate, now is the time to assess your eligibility and prepare your applications. Stay ahead by keeping track of the latest updates on New Brunswick’s official immigration page!
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