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While securing a (PNP) nomination can be immensely beneficial for prospective immigrants to Canada, it is also important to remain aware that provinces can cancel or withdraw an applicant鈥檚 nomination for a variety of reasons.

Operated by 11 of the country鈥檚 provincial/territorial governments, excluding Quebec and Nunavut, PNPs are consistently among the top two immigration pathways in Canada. In fact, PNPs were the largest immigration program (by number of applicants admitted) in the country both this year and last.

Note: Although Express Entry is projected to retake the top spot in 2024, PNPs are then expected to re-establish their position as Canada鈥檚 top immigration pathway for both 2025 and 2026. This is according to admissions targets recently laid out by (IRCC) in the .

What is the value of a PNP nomination?

Acquiring a nomination through one of Canada鈥檚 PNPs can make a significant difference in a candidate鈥檚 chances of successfully immigrating to Canada.

This is because, on its own, a PNP nomination can give the prospective immigrant a pathway to enter Canada through one of the many streams made available by each government under their particular program. In addition, a provincial nomination provides the nominee with 600 additional (CRS) points if they are already an Express Entry candidate, a process called enhanced nomination.听

These points will almost guarantee that a candidate who is in the pool will receive an (ITA) for permanent residence (PR) in Canada.

Can a province cancel or withdraw my PNP nomination?

Generally, each participating province makes it clear that nominees can have their PNP nominations cancelled if they do not continue to meet the conditions of their nomination. This can occur at any time before an applicant is approved for Canadian PR.

Note: The terms revoked, cancelled and withdrawn will be used interchangeably throughout the remainder of the article

As an example, some conditions could include retaining the offer of employment that initially allowed the candidate to become eligible for a PNP nomination or maintaining a certain level of funds required to immigrate to a certain province (based on the PNP stream鈥檚 eligibility criteria).

Another common reason for nomination withdrawal is , defined by the Government of Canada as 鈥渄irectly or indirectly misrepresenting or withholding material facts relating to a relevant matter.鈥� This can include anything related to your immigration, including failure to report changes to your situation throughout the application process (birth of a child, loss of employment etc.).

Specifically, the following will outline additional reasons provided by each province as to why the local government may cancel or withdraw a candidate鈥檚 PNP nomination:

British Columbia (BC)

PNP nominees in BC if, among other reasons, they fail to apply for PR to IRCC before the nomination expiry date.

More: provides more information about the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)

Ontario

In Ontario, to avoid having their nomination revoked, that a candidate must 鈥渃ontinue to demonstrate on a reasonable basis an intention to reside in Ontario鈥� until they receive PR.

Visit to learn more about the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP).

Manitoba

The Government of Manitoba if the candidate is 鈥渄eemed to not intend to live, work, and/or start a business in Manitoba.鈥�

to learn more about the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP).

Saskatchewan

Candidates in Saskatchewan if either of the following circumstances applies:

• The nominee or their representative, if applicable, has voluntarily requested to withdraw the nomination
• The nominee has been approved for PR through an immigration program other than Saskatchewan鈥檚 PNP

Visit to learn more about the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP).

Nova Scotia

According to the Government of Nova Scotia, that a candidate may have their nomination withdrawn is if 鈥淚RCC finds that [the principal applicant, their] spouse or common-law partner, or a dependent is not allowed to immigrate to Canada.鈥�

To learn more about the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP),

New Brunswick

The they may withdraw a candidate鈥檚 PNP nomination if:

• The candidate fails to submit a written request to amend a nomination before the expiry date on the current certificate
• It is proven that the candidate lacks the genuine intention to live in New Brunswick

to learn more about the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP).

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL)

The NL鈥檚 that a candidate may have their PNP nomination withdrawn if they do not immediately disclose 鈥渃hanges in their situation [that occur] throughout the application stage.鈥�

This may include:

• Change in marital status
• Birth of a child
• Changes in employment: reduction of hours, loss of employment
• Receiving a decision on a work permit/PR application

More: provides more information about the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)

Northwest Territories

In the Northwest Territories, a provincial nomination the candidate does not apply for PR in Canada within six months of receiving their nomination approval letter.

can provide more details for candidates looking to immigrate to Canada through the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP).

Alberta, Prince Edward Island (PEI) and Yukon

Neither the provinces of PEI or Alberta nor Yukon, Canada鈥檚 westernmost territory, provide further specific details regarding reasons why the local governments in these regions may cancel or withdraw a provincial/territorial nomination.

It is best for candidates interested in immigrating to these regions to contact the appropriate authorities and understand these policies before applying for their PNPs.

to learn more about the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) and visit to learn more about the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP).

More: provides more information about the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (formerly known as the AINP)