Alberta and Manitoba hold new PNP draws, IRCC expands Francophone Student Pathway, and Saskatchewan files first charges under immigration protection laws.
Today’s Highlights
Alberta invited 199 candidates through five AAIP draws.
Manitoba held a new Skilled Worker draw under MPNP.
IRCC expanded the Francophone Student Pathway to Permanent Residence.
Saskatchewan filed the first-ever charges under its immigration protection laws.
Alberta Invited 199 Candidates in Five AAIP Draws
New Rounds Under Alberta Advantage Immigration Program
On October 23, 2025, Alberta released results from five draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).
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October 8 & 10: 46 Express Entry and 41 non-Express Entry candidates invited via the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway.
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October 15 & 16: 10 agriculture and 13 aviation professionals selected under Priority Sectors.
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October 21: 89 candidates invited through the Accelerated Tech Pathway, with a minimum score of 60.
So far in 2025, Alberta has invited 7,108 candidates across all AAIP streams.
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Manitoba Holds a New Skilled Worker Draw Under MPNP
Focus on Strategic Recruitment
On October 23, 2025, Manitoba conducted its 266th MPNP draw, inviting 29 skilled workers under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas streams.
Nine invitations were issued to candidates with valid Express Entry profiles and job seeker codes.
So far this year, 7,015 candidates have been invited, including 1,267 Express Entry applicants.
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Canada Expands Francophone Student Pathway to Permanent Residence
Increased Application Cap and Simplified Language Requirements
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) expanded the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot, raising the application cap to 2,970 spots for the August 2025–August 2026 intake.
Applicants can qualify with French proficiency at NCLC level 5, significantly improving access to permanent residency for Francophone international students.
Benefits for Students and Families
This pathway allows eligible students to study at designated institutions and grants open work permits to accompanying family members.
For personalized assistance with Study Permits or Permanent Residency, contact Go Canada Services.
Saskatchewan Files First-Ever Charges Under Immigration Protection Laws
Employers Face Historic Legal Action
Saskatchewan has laid the first charges under its Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act against three Moose Jaw employers.
The defendants — Kartikkumar Patel, Rutvik Patel, and Piyushkumar Patel — face multiple counts of exploiting workers, retaliation, and illegal fee collection.
Strengthening Worker Protections
These prosecutions mark a major step in enforcing foreign worker protection and ensuring ethical recruitment practices.
Employers and applicants should verify legal compliance via Go Canada Services before applying or hiring under Canadian immigration streams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many candidates did Alberta invite in October 2025?
A1: Alberta invited 199 candidates through five AAIP draws held between October 8 and 21.
Q2: What were the results of Manitoba’s latest MPNP draw?
A2: Manitoba invited 29 skilled workers, including 9 Express Entry candidates, under its Skilled Worker streams.
Q3: What is new in the Francophone Student Pathway?
A3: IRCC increased the cap to 2,970 applicants and lowered language requirements to NCLC 5.
Q4: Why did Saskatchewan employers face charges?
A4: They were accused of exploiting foreign workers and violating recruitment regulations under the Immigration Services Act.
Q5: How can Go Canada Services assist applicants?
A5: Go Canada provides expert support for Study Permits, Permanent Residency, and Work Permits.
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