Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 125 New ITAs in Latest Immigration Draw (October 9, 2025)

Key Stats and Summary

• Total ITAs Issued: 125 (AIP 52  | NLPNP 73)

• Total Annual Allocation: 2,525 nominations , Total ITAs Issued Year-to-Date: 2,005

• Remaining Nomination Seats: 520

• QuestJobs  has over 35,000 PR-eligible jobs across Canada, 1500 PR eligible AIP Jobs, 400+ PR jobs under NLPNP. 

Opportunities Across Canada — Verified by QuestJobs

QuestJobs currently lists over 35,000 PR-eligible jobs across Canada, giving newcomers and skilled professionals the most comprehensive list of employers who maybe eligible to support Permanent Residency (PR) pathways. Among these are more than 1,500 verified AIP jobs across Atlantic Canada and over 400 PR-eligible jobs under the NL PNP stream. Each job posted on the QuestJobs platform is carefully analyzed for PR eligibility, employer compliance, and potential sponsorship viability. In NL, there are currently 580 companies designated under AIP and it will make the most sense for an applicant to focus on the  Top 20 biggest employers under this stream.

Understanding the Pathways: AIP vs. NLPNP

Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

The AIP allows employers in Atlantic Canada to hire skilled foreign workers and international graduates for jobs they can’t fill locally. In Newfoundland and all other provinces participating in AIP, all employers participating under AIP must first be designated by the provincial government. This therefore means that as long as the company is designated and remains designated under AIP, the company then has the prerogative to sponsor and endorse an applicant under the Atlantic Immigration Program. It must be noted though that wether or not a company chooses to sponsor an applicant is the sole prerogative and sole decision of the company. The employer can decide who and which position to sponsor.

Every AIP job and company listed on QuestJobs has been verified as officially designated. Candidates applying through these postings can be confident they are engaging with employers recognized by the province under the official AIP framework.

Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)

The NLPNP operates differently. Unlike AIP, it does not have a formal employer designation list. Instead, it defines a set of eligibility criteria that an employer must satisfy to hire or nominate foreign workers.

To be eligible under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), employers must meet several key requirements. These requirements include that the company should have  been operational in Newfoundland and Labrador for at least two years and must demonstrate genuine recruitment efforts within Canada. In addition, the job offer must be full-time, permanent, and aligned with provincial wage and labour standards. Finally, the business must comply fully with all applicable provincial and federal employment regulations.

QuestJobs’ Verification Process
QuestJobs continuously researches and cross-checks Newfoundland employers against these NLPNP company eligibility standards. While every effort is made to confirm the credibility and compliance of each company listed, QuestJobs does not guarantee sponsorship — the final decision always rests with the employer.

To qualify for permanent residency under either the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) or the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), applicants must generally meet the federal eligibility requirements. These include having a high school diploma or an equivalent foreign credential, at least one year of full-time work experience (1,560 hours) within the last three years, and meeting the required language proficiency standards (CLB levels) in English or French. Applicants must also provide proof of sufficient settlement funds, if applicable, and demonstrate a genuine intention to live permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Key Takeaways

Newfoundland’s Ongoing Commitment to PR Pathways

The province of Newfoundland and Labrador continues its steady pace of immigration invitations, issuing 125 new Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under its October 9, 2025 draw, as officially published by the Office of Immigration, Population Growth, and Skills (gov.nl.ca).

With 52 invitations under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) and 73 under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), the province is on track to meet its 2025 allocation of 2,525. To date, approximately 2,005 invitations have already been issued, leaving around 520 nomination spaces for the remainder of the year. This balanced draw shows Newfoundland’s ongoing focus on addressing skill shortages through both federal-provincial cooperation (AIP) and direct provincial nominations (NLPNP).

With only 520 nomination spaces left for the year, now is the best time for skilled workers to connect with verified employers through QuestJobs.io and position themselves for the next draw. QuestJobs continues to serve as Canada’s most comprehensive PR-eligibility intelligence platform, connecting real people with real opportunities. For anyone aspiring to make Newfoundland and Labrador their home, now is the time to act — explore verified PR-eligible jobs  directly at QuestJobs.io.

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