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Canada boosts provincial immigration slots by 31 percent for 2026, widening pathways to permanent residency
International
Published on 24 April 2026
More nominations mean bigger chances—especially for Ontario and Alberta
Canada is expanding its Provincial Nominee Program for 2026 by 31% over 2025, giving provinces and territories more allocation to nominate foreign workers. The increase should translate into more permanent residence opportunities, with notable gains reported for major destinations such as Ontario and Alberta. For prospective migrants, this could mean a wider pool of applications and faster access to PR routes.
- Canada raised provincial nomination allocations for 2026 by 31%
- More slots expand permanent residence opportunities via PNP
- Ontario and Alberta received substantial increases in nominations
- The policy could improve access for foreign workers seeking PR
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