PEI Holds Fifth PNP Draw of 2025 Issues Labour and Express Entry Invitations

By Scarlett Wilson [Published 16 May, 2025 | 04:56 AM] 894

Prince Edward Island (PEI) has conducted its fifth Provincial Nominee Program draw of the year, inviting 167 candidates under the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams. This latest round of invitations, held on May 15, 2025, targets individuals working in priority sectors and high-demand occupations aligned with the province’s economic needs. The expected Prince Edward Island next draw prediction is June 19, 2025.

Prince Edward Island PNP draws are usually held once a month, with some exceptions. Here are the details of the Prince Edward Island PNP latest draw 2025.

PEI PNP Latest Draw 2025

Date	Labour & Express Entry Invitations	Selection Attributes
May 15, 2025	167	Invitations were issued to individuals currently working or with confirmed job offers in PEI in the Healthcare sector.
April 17, 2025	168	Invitations were extended on February 20, 2025 to individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island. The focus was on people working and living in Prince Edward Island for a minimum of one year. In addition international graduates from UPEI, Holland College and Collège de l'Île were prioritized in the invitations.
March 20, 2025	124	Invitations were extended on March 20, 2025 to individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island. The focus was on people working and living in Prince Edward Island for a minimum of one year.
February 20, 2025	87	Invitations were extended to individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island. The focus was on people working with a PEI Employer for a minimum of one year. In addition, international graduates from UPEI, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île, were prioritized in the invitations.
January 24, 2025	22	Invitations were extended on May 15, 2025 to individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island.

In 2025, Prince Edward Island PNP has issued a total of 558 invitations under the Labour and Express Entry category.

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Focus on Economic Impact and Labour Demand

PEI’s immigration strategy continues to prioritize applicants who can immediately contribute to its economy. According to the PEI Office of Immigration, selections are based on a combination of factors including federal immigration allocations, provincial labour demands, and application volumes.

Current priority sectors include:

Healthcare
Skilled Trades
Manufacturing
Other industries facing critical labour shortages

Candidates working in sales and service roles may not receive invitations at this time, reflecting PEI’s strategic focus on sectors with the highest economic impact.

Expression of Interest (EOI) System

PEI uses an Expression of Interest (EOI) system to identify and rank candidates most likely to meet the province’s labour market needs. Applicants are assessed based on factors such as:

Language ability (English or French)
Education level and field of study
Skilled work experience
Strategic priorities aligned with provincial labour gaps
Employment prospects (e.g., job offer in PEI or previous Canadian work experience)

Why Choose PEI?

Prince Edward Island PNP offers a welcoming environment for newcomers with:

A supportive business community
Quality post-secondary institutions
Industry-driven education programs
A high quality of life on Canada’s scenic East Coast

PEI continues to attract global talent and skilled workers through its tailored immigration streams that align with its demographic and economic goals.

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