Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

Benefits of the PNP

1. Faster Processing Times: PNP applications are often processed more quickly than other immigration streams, allowing you to obtain permanent residency sooner.
2. Targeted Opportunities: Each PNP is tailored to meet the specific labor market and economic needs of the province, providing targeted opportunities for applicants.
3. Pathway to Permanent Residency: PNPs offer a direct route to permanent residency, with many programs leading to eligibility for Canadian citizenship.
4. Community Integration: PNPs facilitate smoother integration into the local community by aligning with local labor market needs and economic priorities.

How the PNP Works

1. Choose a Province or Territory: The first step is to decide which province or territory you want to live and work in. Each province has its own set of criteria and streams.
2. Check Eligibility: Review the eligibility requirements of the PNP for your chosen province. Criteria may include job offers, language proficiency, work experience, and educational qualifications.
3. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI): Many provinces require you to submit an EOI or directly apply to the specific PNP stream. If you meet the criteria, you may be invited to apply for a nomination.
4. Receive a Nomination: If your application is successful, you will receive a provincial nomination. This nomination significantly increases your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency from the federal government.
5. Apply for Permanent Residency: With a provincial nomination, you can apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residency through the Express Entry system or a paper-based application process.

Types of PNP Streams

Each province and territory offers various streams targeting different types of applicants:

1. Skilled Worker Streams: For individuals with work experience in high-demand occupations.
2. Business and Entrepreneur Streams: For individuals who plan to invest in or start a business in the province.
3. International Graduate Streams: For recent graduates from post-secondary institutions in the province.
4. Family Sponsorship Streams: For individuals with family members who are permanent residents or citizens of the province.
5. Semi-Skilled and Entry-Level Worker Streams: For workers in industries with labor shortages.

Provincial Nominee Programs by Province

• Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)
• British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
• Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
• New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)
• Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
• Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)
• Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
• Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
• Yukon Nominee Program (YNP)