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Is Ontario still the best PNP bet for tech workers in 2026, or should I look at BC/Alberta?
compguy_waterloo
I'm a software developer. With Ontario's redesign and BC's stream closures earlier this year, which province actually has the best realistic path for tech right now?
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Every province moved in 2026 — BC closed its International Post-Graduate stream (Jan 7) and Entry-Level/Semi-Skilled stream (Apr 23), refocusing more on healthcare and construction trades, while Ontario replaced its tech-friendly Human Capital stream with the job-offer-based Workforce Priority stream. Realistically, tech workers in 2026 are leaning more on Express Entry category draws (STEM is one of the 10 active categories) plus a genuine employer sponsorship, rather than a general-profile PNP route in any single province. Compare boards for BC/Alberta too if you want other provinces' current specifics.