Canada adds 50 spots to Northwest Territories Nominee Program 2026
Canada has approved an additional 50 nominations for the Northwest Territories Nominee Program, raising the 2026 quota to 350 spots. The change was announced on Nov 10, 2026 and applies to foreign workers seeking permanent residence through the program.
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L’essentiel
- What changes
- Quota increased by 50 nominations to 350 for 2026
- Timing
- Announced on Nov 10 2026 with draws scheduled through the year
- Who is affected
- Foreign nationals applying via the Employer‑Driven Stream
Les détails
- Annoncé par
- Government of the Northwest Territories
- Règle précédente
- The territory’s annual allocation was 300 nominations for 2025.
- Nouvelle règle
- The 2026 allocation is now 350 nominations, an increase of 50 spaces.
Increase announcement
The federal government authorised the Northwest Territories Nominee Program to nominate an extra 50 workers for permanent residence in 2026. The notice was posted on the NTNP News web page on Nov 10, 2026. With this addition, the annual quota reaches 350, the highest level ever recorded.
New EOI draw schedule
Following the increase, the NTNP will hold an additional Expression of Interest draw under its Employer‑Driven Stream on Nov 18, 2026. Candidates must submit their EOI profiles by 11:59 p.m. Northwest Territories Time on Nov 17 to be considered. The territory expects to conduct five EDS draws in 2026.
- EOI submission deadline: 11:59 p.m. NWT Time, Nov 17 2026
- Draw date: Nov 18 2026
Employer‑Driven Stream process
The Employer‑Driven Stream uses a points‑based system introduced in February 2026. Points are awarded for skills and experience (up to 375), connections to the NWT (up to 340) and ability to settle (up to 130). Candidates need a qualifying job offer, and employers must register the candidate in the NTNP online portal before the EOI is submitted.
- Candidate obtains a qualifying job offer
- Employer registers candidate in NTNP portal
- Candidate submits EOI using employer login
- Invitations to apply must be responded to within one week
Ce que cela change pour les voyageurs
Préparation du voyage
- Travelers with pending EOI submissions should meet the Nov 17 deadline to stay in the draw pool
- Those selected must be ready to file a complete application within one week of invitation
Coût et documents
- No new fees are mentioned; existing nomination and application fees remain unchanged
- Applicants must retain proof of qualifying job offer and any documents supporting points categories
Ce que vous devez faire
- Submit EOI profile by 11:59 p.m. NWT Time on Nov 17 2026
- Prepare to submit a full nomination application within seven days of receiving an invitation
- Ensure employer has created an account in the NTNP portal and selected the Employer‑Driven Stream
Qui est concerné
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Employer‑Driven Stream candidates
The quota increase adds more nomination slots for workers applying through this stream.
À faire Submit an EOI before the Nov 17 deadline and be ready to apply within one week of invitation.
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Francophone Stream applicants
The program continues operating under its existing first‑come, first‑served model.
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Business Stream applicants
The stream also remains on a first‑come, first‑served intake.
Questions fréquentes
How many new nominations does the Northwest Territories Nominee Program have for 2026?
The program received an additional 50 nominations, raising the 2026 quota to 350 spots.
When is the next Expression of Interest draw for the Employer‑Driven Stream?
The next draw is scheduled for Nov 18, 2026, and candidates must submit their EOI by 11:59 p.m. NWT Time on Nov 17.
What is the deadline to submit an EOI for the November 2026 draw?
EOI profiles must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Northwest Territories Time on Nov 17, 2026.
Do the Francophone and Business streams change with the new allocation?
No, both streams continue to operate under their existing first‑come, first‑served intake model.
How long do selected candidates have to submit a full application after receiving an invitation?
Selected candidates should be prepared to submit a completed application within one week of receiving the invitation.
