The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) conducted a draw on September 19, inviting foreign nationals to apply for nomination. This draw marks the province’s ninth of the year, continuing its trend of holding approximately one draw per month in 2025.
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In this latest draw, PEI issued 129 invitations under the Labour and Express Entry category. The province focused on candidates employed in key sectors that have a significant impact on the local economy.
Special priority was given to those working with a PEI employer and to international graduates from institutions such as the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), Holland College, and Collège de l’Île.
Which Candidates Are Being Prioritized in 2025?
In 2025, the PEI PNP is prioritizing skilled workers in high-demand sectors, including:
- Healthcare
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Other industries facing labour shortages may also be considered, though the province has not provided further details on these sectors.
Candidates working in non-priority sectors, such as sales and services, will not be receiving invitations at this time.
The PEI PNP uses an Expression of Interest (EOI) system to rank candidates. This system evaluates applicants based on their likelihood of meeting the province’s economic and labour market needs, considering factors such as:
- Proficiency in English and/or French
- Education
- Work experience
- Alignment with local labour market demands
- Other factors, such as having a job offer in PEI
While many provinces and territories saw their nomination allocations reduced for 2025, PEI has adapted by targeting its nominations towards workers in the most critical sectors and occupations.
