New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
Each of Canada’s provinces has developed its own Provincial Nominee Program with various options for Canada immigration for individuals looking to immigrate and settle in a specific province in Canada. Located on Canada’s east coast along the Atlantic Ocean, New Brunswick offers a distinct way of life and exciting career opportunities for newcomers. The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program is open to skilled workers and business applicants. If you are interested in immigrating to St. John, Grand Falls, Dalhousie, Fredericton or any other city in the province of New Brunswick, this might be the option for you.
Program Requirements
If you are a skilled worker looking to settle in New Brunswick, you may be eligible to apply for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program if you meet the following basic requirements:
- have a genuine, guaranteed offer of permanent employment from a New Brunswick employer,
- are between 22 and 55 years of age,
- have sufficient language skills (either English or French) to be successful in the workplace and in your everyday activities in the province of New Brunswick,
- have the necessary training and/or education and qualifications to fulfill your job duties
Applicants for this category of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program will be assessed on a number of factors for which they will receive points and must achieve a minimum score in order to be nominated for the program. You will be assessed based on the following factors:
- Age
- Language
- Education
- Adaptability
- Work Experience
For more information and to see if you meet the requirements for this category of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program, you may contact us to speak with an immigration consultant who will review your case to see if you meet the minimum score required based on the factors listed above.
This category of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program allows citizens and permanent residents of New Brunswick who have been living in the province for at least one (1) year to assist family members to settle in New Brunswick.
As an applicant for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program, you will be assessed on a number of factors. You must meet the following basic requirements:
- have an offer of full-time employment or have the necessary education and training to fulfill the job duties of your intended occupation,
- have sufficient language skills (either English or French) to be successful in the workplace and in your everyday activities in the province of New Brunswick,
- have at least 2 years of continuous, full-time work experience in a qualifying occupation,
- be between 22 and 50 years of age,
- have the necessary funds to settle in New Brunswick (minimum amount varies based on the number of dependents and/or accompanying family members),
- be a close relative of a family member who is a resident of New Brunswick, and
- show that you have sufficient ties to the province which will assist you in adapting to the life there.
The supporting family member is assessed based on their commitment to the immigration process and the successful settlement of their family member. The family supporter must also meet some basic requirements in order to qualify.
- Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is residing full-time in the province of New Brunswick,
- Must be working in New Brunswick for at least 12 consecutive months in a qualified occupation or have been operating a business in New Brunswick for at least 12 consecutive months, and
- Must be financially independent.
Family members can only support one applicant at a time. If you have already supported another family member for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program, they must first be established in New Brunswick before you may apply to support another family member. As the supporting family member of the applicant, you will also be required to assist the applicant in creating a settlement plan. This is a very important step in the process and it is highly recommended to have an experienced consultant assist you to prevent any problems in your application. Contact us to speak to an immigration consultant who can answer any questions you have about the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program whether you are a skilled worker or a family supporter of a skilled worker.
If you are a business owner or operator interested in living and operating a business in New Brunswick then you may qualify to apply under the Business Applicants stream of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program. Before you can apply for this program, you must meet the following minimum requirements:
- be willing and able to establish a business in New Brunswick,
- be willing to sign an agreement to settle permanently in New Brunswick,
- have sufficient funds to finance the planned business venture and to support yourself and your family for a period of up to two (2) years,
- participate in the business in an active managerial role, and
- complete an exploratory visit to New Brunswick.
- Have an approved business plan or business proposal.
- Make a $75,000 conditionally refundable deposit.
- Be able to speak English and/or French, and if not, be prepared to take intensive language lessons prior to being nominated.
As a business applicant for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program, you will be assessed on the following factors:
- Age
- Language
- Education
- Adaptability
- Management Experience
You must meet the minimum score required in each of these 5 categories to be eligible to apply as a business applicant. The application process for business applicants is very complex and requires that you first request and be allowed to enter Canada for a business trip to New Brunswick to do research and participate in an interview with an immigration officer. You are responsible for setting up this interview prior to your visit. Our immigration consultants will assist you in planning and preparing for your trip and interview so that you do not have any problems with your application. Contact us to speak with an immigration consultant who can assess your situation to see if you meet the requirements of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program and assist you in preparing your application from start to finish.
Provincial Nominee Program – Information On All Immigration Programs
For more information on each of the individual provincial programs and to determine which program is best suited for you and/or your family, browse through the following list of programs:
The Province of Alberta invites foreign workers, students, and trades-persons who qualify to apply for one of the following categories of the Alberta Provincial Nominee Program:
- Alberta Skilled Worker Category
- Alberta Semi-Skilled Worker Category
- Alberta International Graduate Category
- Alberta Compulsory and Optional Trades Category
- Alberta Engineering Occupations Category
- Alberta Self-Employed Farmer Steam
Each of these categories provides its own set of rules and requirements.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Alberta Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) accelerates the permanent resident application process for skilled and/or experienced workers, experienced business persons and their family members who want to settle in the province of British Columbia. This program is split into two categories: Strategic Occupations and Business Immigration. To apply for the BC Provincial Nominee Program under one of these two categories, you must meet the basic requirements set by the province of British Colombia:
- Intend to settle in British Columbia
- Be able and willing to become economically established in British Columbia
- Have legal status in your country of residence, whether you are in Canada or outside of Canada
- Must not have an active refugee claim
In addition to these basic requirements, you must qualify under either the Strategic Occupations or Business Immigration category and satisfy all the requirements of the category under which you are applying.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The Province of Manitoba has designed their Provincial Nominee Program to invite qualified skilled workers and business people looking to immigrate to Canada. If you are a skilled worker or business person who is looking to settle and open a business or start a farm in the province of Manitoba then you may qualify to apply for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. To qualify for this program as a Skilled Worker you must meet the requirements for age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. Business persons or farm owners must meet the minimum net worth and have experience as required by the province for each of these categories.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The Province of New Brunswick offers exciting opportunities for skilled workers and business applicants who are interested in immigration to Canada’s east coast. Skilled workers must have a guaranteed offer of permanent employment from a New Brunswick employer or a family supporter who is a citizen or permanent resident of New Brunswick. Business applicants must be willing and able to establish a business in New Brunswick and sign an agreement to settle permanently in New Brunswick.
Click here to read more about the options available for immigration to Canada under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The province of Newfoundland has created three categories under which you may qualify for the Newfoundland Provincial Nominee Program. International students who have graduated from a recognized post-secondary educational institution in Canada may qualify under the category of International Graduates. The Family Connections category is for those who have family members in Canada that are either citizens or permanent residents living in Newfoundland and Labrador. For foreign workers with full-time job offers, the Skilled Worker category may be the way to go.
Each of these three categories has a different set of requirements which you must meet in order to be eligible to apply for the program.
Click here to read more about the options available for immigration to Canada under the Newfoundland Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The province of Nova Scotia offers a haven for many immigrants with several different options available under the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program. The categories for this program include skilled workers, international graduates, family business workers, non-dependent adult children of nominees, agri-food sector, and community identified individuals. Click on the link provided below to read more about the requirements for each of these categories. If you believe you fit into any of these categories and are interested in a life full of great opportunities, you should consider the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program as your ticket to Canada.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The Northwest Territories offer four categories under which you may apply: Skilled Worker, Critical Impact Worker (Service & Hospitality Sector Occupations), Entrepreneur Business, and Self-Employed Business. Each of these categories comes with its own set of requirements so follow the link below to see if this program is the right fit for you.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The province of Ontario has created an employer-driven program which requires that candidates have a permanent full-time job offer from an Ontario employer or a PhD. from a publicly funded Ontario University. There are three categories available under this program:
- Ontario PNP General Category – for foreign workers with a full-time job offer and at least 2 years of work experience.
- International Students – for students who have a job offer, a PhD, or a Master’s degree.
- Investors – for individuals or companies looking to make an investment in the province of Ontario
If you fit into any of these three categories, you may qualify for fast-track processing of your immigration application. More detailed information about each of these categories and their respective requirements can be found on the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program page.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
Prince Edward Island has split their Nominee Program into seven (7) categories. If you are a worker, student or business owner who is interested in immigrating and settling in Prince Edward Island, you may fit into one of the following categories:
- Skilled Workers Category – you must have a job offer in a skilled position along with education and training consistent with the position offered.
- Critical Workers Category – you must have a job offer in one of the province’s in-demand occupations (follow the link below to see a list of these occupations).
- International Graduates Category – you must have graduated from a full-time study at an accredited Canadian University or College within the past two years, have a minimum of six (6) months of work experience and a job offer in a skilled position.
- Family Connections Category – if you have family members residing in Prince Edward Island for more than two years as Canadian permanent residents or citizens with a regular source of income and an unblemished personal history, your family may nominate you for this category as long as you are willing and able to work.
- 100% Business Ownership Category – you must meet all the requirements to establish and operate a business in Prince Edward Island (see link below for full list of requirements)
- Partial Business Ownership Category – if you control more than 1/3 of the equity in the business and meet the other requirements to establish and operate a business, you may qualify for the program under this category.
- Work Permits Category – you must be eligible and willing to apply for approval of a work permit for the Prince Edward Island business where you intend to work and invest and meet all the requirements to establish and operate a business in Prince Edward Island.
If you are interested in settling in Prince Edward Island and you feel that you qualify for one of the above-listed categories, you may read further for details on the program and find out which of these categories is the best fit for you.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
There is a choice of three categories you can apply to. You will also have to complete the federal application forms at the same time.
- International Skilled Worker Category is for skilled workers abroad who want to work and live in Saskatchewan.
- Saskatchewan Experience Category is for foreign nationals who are currently living and working in Saskatchewan.
- Entrepreneur and Farm Category is for those who want to invest and actively manage a Saskatchewan business or farm operation.
If you are interested in settling in Saskatchewan and you feel that you qualify for one of the above-listed categories, you may read further for details on the program and find out which of these categories is the best fit for you.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the SaskatchewanNominee Program. Or take our free online assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
The province of Yukon has established the Yukon Provincial Nominee Program for entrepreneurs and skilled workers wishing to immigrate to the province. Entrepreneurs who wish to open or invest in a business in Yukon may qualify for the Business Program Category. The Skilled Workers Category is for individuals who have a full-time job offer from a Yukon employer in a skilled occupation.
Click here to read more about the various options available for immigration to Canada under the Yukon Provincial Nominee Program. Or take our free assessment to find out if you qualify for this immigration program.
CALL US TODAY 1.905.267.5546
Our certified legal representatives can assist you with all of your immigration needs. Call us today for answers to any of your immigration questions or take our free online assessment to see if you qualify for any of the available Canada Immigration Programs.