Northwest Territories

To qualify under the Skilled Worker category of the Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program, an applicant must:

• Have a permanent full-time job offer from a qualifying Northwest Territories employer in an occupation that falls in levels A, B, or 0 in the National Occupational Classification Matrix;
• Have the required certification or accreditation for the specific trade or occupation;
• Have a license or be accepted by the Territorial body governing the occupation or trade, if applicable;
• Have the ability to conduct basic communications in the official language of the work place; and
• Not be a refugee claimant.

The employer must:

• Have been registered and in operation for at least a year;
• Show that they tried to recruit a Canadian citizen or permanent resident for the job vacancy;
• Show that the compensation for the job is commensurate with local standards; and
• Obtain a Labour Market Opinion from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) for the position being offered.

To qualify under the Critical Impact Worker category of the Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program, an applicant must:

• Have a permanent full-time job offer from a Northwest Territories employer in a hospitality or service sector occupation that falls in levels C or D in the National Occupational Classification Matrix;
• Have a temporary work permit and have worked in the position in the Northwest Territories for 6 months;
• Show sufficient financial supports or settlement supports in the Northwest Territories;
• Have the required work experience for the occupation;
• Have the ability to conduct basic communications in the official language of the work place; and
• Not be a refugee claimant.

The employer must:

• Have been registered and in operation for at least six months;
  Show that they tried to recruit a Canadian citizen or permanent resident for the job vacancy;
• Show that the compensation for the job is commensurate with local standards;
• Be in good standing with the Employment Standards Office; and
• Obtain a Labour Market Opinion from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) for the position being offered.

To qualify under the Entrepreneur Business category of the Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program an applicant must:

• Show a proposal to start or purchase a business in the Northwest Territories;
• Invest a minimum of $300,000 CAD into starting or buying a business in the Yellowknife area, or invest a minimum of $150,000 CAD into starting or buying a business outside the Yellowknife area;
• Have a personal net worth of $500,000 CAD if their intended business is in the Yellowknife area, or a minimum net worth of $250,000 CAD if their intended business is outside the Yellowknife area;
• Have $75,000 CAD kept in a trust account, to be released upon the completion of a Performance Agreement based on the applicant’s business proposal;
• Show a knowledge and understanding of the Northwest Territories and its economy;
• Be able to communicate in one of the official languages of the province; and
• Have the experience and education necessary to implement their business plan.

To qualify under the Self-Employed Business category of the Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program, an applicant must:

• Have a profession or occupation that has been listed as a professional skill shortage in the Northwest Territories;
• Satisfy a certification or accreditation requirement for the profession or occupation;
• Be licensed/ accepted by the body governing the profession, if applicable;
• Be able to conduct basic communications in an official language;
• Show a knowledge of the Northwest Territories of its social, economic and weather conditions;
• Demonstrate that he/she has sufficient financial resources to start and operate the professional practice and to support himself/ herself and any dependents for a period of six months;
• Submit a detailed business plan for the business or practice.

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.

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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 an 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.