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