Express Entry — Trade occupations (category), 1 Oct 2026 — what it means in Newfoundland and Labrador

On Thursday 1 October 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada invited 3,500 candidates in the Express Entry — Trade occupations (category) round, minimum score 476. Federal rounds select candidates from across Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador included.

Jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador

Over the last eight weeks our Job Bank research filed 4 job postings open to foreign workers in Newfoundland and Labrador in the occupations this round selects. The most posted: Material handling equipment mechanic (1), Fabrication welder (1), Installer, kitchen cabinet (1).

Newfoundland and Labrador’s own latest round

Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) — Expression of Interest model, 25 Sep 2026: 41 invited. All of Newfoundland and Labrador’s picks.

Newfoundland and Labrador and Express Entry

Newfoundland and Labrador can nominate Express Entry candidates through NLPNP Express Entry Skilled Worker. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to a candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System score (IRCC).