Program delivery update: Processing Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications – Determining membership in the class and examination before granting permanent residence

What’s New
– New regulatory changes to the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) will take effect on March 30, 2026, transferring the authority to assess economic establishment and intent to reside from IRCC to provincial and territorial governments.

Who is affected
– All individuals applying under both existing and new PNP applications are impacted by these changes, as provinces and territories will now play a significant role in the assessment process.

Key dates
– The effective date for these regulatory changes is March 30, 2026.

Required actions
– Applicants should stay informed about the specific requirements of the province or territory they wish to settle in, as the local authorities will now determine eligibility for economic establishment.