If your nomination or AIP endorsement is based on a job offer, provinces and IRCC generally expect that job to remain genuine and ongoing while your application is processed — and your work permit may be tied to that employer anyway. Leaving without telling anyone is risky; the province could withdraw its support. If you must change jobs, notify the province first — many will approve a similar in-province role. Skills-based streams are usually more flexible, but honesty about changes is always required.
Updated July 2026