Key takeaways
- Nova Scotia selected 946 candidates from its EOI pool in September 2026
- August 2026 was the highest month listed, with 1,212 selections
- The page says candidates were selected mainly from healthcare occupations, skilled trades and other priority occupations
- The page gives monthly totals only: no draw dates, streams or score cut-offs
- October, November and December 2026 are marked "TBD"
- Submitting an EOI does not guarantee selection
Selections by month in 2026
These figures come from the province’s EOI Selection page, which showed "Last Updated: October 23, 2026".
| Month (2026) | Candidates selected |
|---|---|
| January | 363 |
| February | 357 |
| March | 370 |
| April | 161 |
| May | 789 |
| June | 531 |
| July | 671 |
| August | 1,212 |
| September | 946 |
| October to December | TBD |
Our sum of the official monthly figures for January to September 2026 is 5,400. The page does not state this total. August (1,212) is the highest month listed, and April (161) is the lowest.
Who was selected
The page says candidates were selected "primarily from the following occupation groups": healthcare occupations, skilled trades, and other priority occupations aligned with current labour-market needs.
It also says selection volumes and timing "may vary by month and are determined by program eligibility criteria, labour market priorities, and available nomination spaces." The page gives no draw dates, stream splits or score cut-offs.
What this means for you
- You are in the Nova Scotia EOI pool: the page says only selected candidates are contacted directly. Your EOI stays in the pool until it expires or you withdraw it.
- You are thinking about Nova Scotia: the monthly numbers change from month to month, so they are not a promise about future selections.
- You work in healthcare or a skilled trade: these were the main focus in the selections, but the page does not say that other occupations are excluded.
Frequently asked questions
How many candidates did Nova Scotia select in September 2026?
946, according to the province’s EOI Selection page.
Does submitting an EOI guarantee selection?
No. The page says submitting an EOI does not guarantee selection. EOIs that are not selected remain in the pool until they expire or are withdrawn.
How will I know if I was selected?
The page says only candidates selected in the draw are contacted directly.
What about October numbers?
October, November and December 2026 are marked "TBD" on the page.
Sources
- Live in Nova Scotia: EOI Selection (last updated October 23, 2026)
Facts as provided in our research brief dated October 26, 2026.
This is general information, not legal or immigration advice. For your situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC) or lawyer.
