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By Stephanie Ford
Posted on September 19, 2025
Total invitations issued: 129
Stream: Labour & Express Entry aligned streams (no business invitations)
Focus: Candidates working in priority sectors with PEI employers, plus international graduates from the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), Holland College, and Collège de l’Île.
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The 129 invitations in September mark a slight decrease from the 132 invitations issued in the previous draw on August 21, 2025. The numbers are broadly in line with recent months, following smaller draws in July (39 invitations) and larger rounds earlier in the spring.
Here’s a breakdown of draws so far in 2025:
Healthcare-focused draw (Jan): 22 invitations
Economic impact and retention-focused draws (Feb–May): 87, 124, 168, 168 invitations respectively
Summer draws (June- July–Aug):39 and 132 invitations
Latest draw (Sept 19): 129 invitations
Business Invitations: 1
Labour Invitations: 921
Total Invitations: 922
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Several trends stand out in PEI’s 2025 nomination strategy:
Focus on retention: Nearly all draws this year have prioritized candidates already working in PEI or graduates of local institutions, ensuring ties to the province.
Limited business immigration: Only one business invitation has been issued in 2025.
Stable draw sizes: While there are fluctuations, most draws in 2025 have issued between 120 and 170 invitations, signaling steady intake aligned with provincial labour needs.
Sector targeting: While early in the year a dedicated healthcare draw was held, most draws now target a broader range of priority sectors.
Looking ahead, PEI is expected to continue prioritizing candidates with strong local connections, whether through employment or education. For newcomers considering PEI, this means that securing work with a local employer or studying at a PEI institution remains one of the most reliable pathways to permanent residence through the PEI PNP.
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