The NWT Nominee Program draw held on September 25, 2026, issued 105 invitations through the Employer-Driven Stream’s Expression of Interest system.
According to the Northwest Territories Nominee Program, 197 profiles were considered, and selected candidates had Expression of Interest scores ranging from 317 to 492.
NWT Nominee Program Draw Results
| Draw detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Draw date | September 25, 2026 |
| Profiles in the pool | 197 |
| Invitations issued | 105 |
| Highest reported EOI score | 492 |
| Lowest reported EOI score | 317 |
Invitations by category
| Category | Invitations |
|---|---|
| NWT Express Entry | 26 |
| Skilled Worker | 21 |
| Entry Level/Semi-Skilled Occupations | 58 |
| Total | 105 |
The category figures add up to the officially reported total of 105 invitations.
How Does This Draw Compare With August?
The previous Employer-Driven Stream draw took place on August 26, 2026.
| Draw detail | September 25 | August 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Profiles | 197 | 260 |
| Invitations | 105 | 104 |
| Score range | 317–492 | 346–555 |
The September draw considered fewer profiles but issued one more invitation. Its lowest reported score was 29 points below the August minimum.
Draw results do not establish a permanent selection threshold. Scores and invitation numbers may change based on the candidates in the pool and the territory’s available nomination allocation.
Who Is Affected?
This update is relevant to foreign nationals with an active Expression of Interest under the NWT Employer-Driven Stream and the employers supporting them.
Employers associated with the highest-ranking selected profiles may be invited to submit a complete application to the NWT Nominee Program.
An invitation is not a territorial nomination or permanent residence approval. Employers and applicants must still satisfy all program requirements and submit complete supporting documentation.
What Invited Candidates and Employers Should Do
Invited applicants and their employers should:
- Review all correspondence in the NWT Nominee Program application portal.
- Confirm the application deadline and submission instructions.
- Verify that the job offer and Expression of Interest information remain accurate.
- Prepare the required employer and applicant documents.
- Submit a complete application within the stated deadline.
Candidates who were not selected can generally remain in the Expression of Interest pool until their profile is selected, withdrawn or expires. Information in an EOI must remain accurate.
The territory says its next Expression of Interest draw is expected in early 2027. The exact date is scheduled to be confirmed later in 2026.
Read our earlier NWT draw schedule update, explore our Provincial Nominee Program guide, or review the official NWT Expression of Interest results.
Important Data Note
The official results list 96 selected profiles from Yellowknife and eight from communities outside Yellowknife. Those location figures total 104, while the official invitation total and category breakdown both equal 105.
Always Canada Group has therefore reported the official figures as published without assuming the location of the remaining invitation.
Conclusion
The September 25 NWT Nominee Program draw issued 105 invitations, with scores ranging from 317 to 492. Invited candidates and their employers should review their official accounts and follow the application instructions carefully.
Disclaimer: This article provides general information and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Program requirements, draw dates and selection criteria may change. Verify current information with the Government of the Northwest Territories or a qualified Canadian immigration professional.
