Canada Permanent Residency, where a Brighter Future Awaits

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

One of the key advantages of PNPs is that each of Canada's ten provinces and three territories has its own unique set of immigration streams tailored to their specific labor market needs. This allows you to target the province or territory where you are most interested in living and working.

PNPS OFFERS SEVERAL BENEFITS COMPARED TO OTHER ECONOMIC IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS:

• No need to submit an Express Entry profile

• No competition for the highest CRS score

• Eligibility criteria that are more flexible in terms of age (up to 55 years old) and language ability (as low as CLB 4 in some cases)

• Opportunity to live and work permanently in the nominating province or territory.

Some Provincial Nominee Programs aligned (enhanced) with Express Entry allow provinces to nominate candidates directly from the Express Entry pool, providing 600 additional CRS points and virtually guaranteeing an ITA for Express Entry.

TYPICAL PNP STREAMS OR PATHWAYS

Job Offer and Skilled Worker Streams

While the majority of PNP Skilled Worker Streams require a valid job offer, there are many PNP options available for candidates without a job offer namely:

• British Columbia PNP Skills Immigration - Express Entry BC: Allows skilled workers to apply directly to the province without a job offer.

• Saskatchewan Occupation In-Demand: Selects candidates based on work experience in in-demand occupations, without requiring a job offer.

• Prince Edward Island Express Entry: One of the easiest PNPs to qualify for, with no job offer needed.

• Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities: Invites Express Entry candidates based on the province's labor market needs.

International Graduate Streams

Most of PNP streams for international graduates do not require a job offer. Nevertheless, it's important to note that even if a job offer is not mandatory, many PNPs prioritize candidates with a job offer or work experience in the province.

KEY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA SIMILARITIES:

• Completion of a post-secondary program of at least 1-2 years at an eligible institution in the nominating province.

• Having a valid post-graduation work permit.

• Intention to live and work in the nominating province after obtaining permanent residence.

• Meeting minimum language proficiency levels, usually CLB 7 or higher.

• No requirement for prior work experience in most cases.

SOME OF THE MOST POPULAR INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STREAMS:

• Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Masters Graduate Stream and PhD Graduate Stream.

• British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) International Graduate Stream

• Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) International Education Stream Career Employment Pathway.

• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) International Graduate Stream.

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Entrepreneur Streams

Most provinces offer their own PNP entrepreneur streams designed to attract experienced business owners and wealthy foreign entrepreneurs to invest and operate businesses in their province. While specific requirements vary from province to province, they apply whether the application is made in metropolitan cities or rural areas.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA KEY SIMILARITIES:

• Minimum net worth requirement, typically ranging from $300,000 CAD to $2,000,000 CAD.

• Minimum investment amount, usually between $100,000 CAD to $1,200,000 CAD.

• Business ownership or senior management experience, often 3+ years in the past 5-10 years.

• Intention to actively manage and operate the business in the nominating province for a set period, ranging from 6 months to 2 years.

• Creation of at least 1 full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in some provinces.

• Submission of a detailed business plan.

• Approval of the business proposal by the province.

HOW WE CAN HELP

In 2024, Canada is expected to welcome over 330,000 new permanent residents through PNPs. 

PNP streams can target skilled workers, international graduates, entrepreneurs and investors based on factors like work experience, education, language ability, net worth, investment capital and business plan.

Are you ready to explore Provincial Nominee Programs and find the right pathway for you and or for your family? Book a consultation today with our knowledgeable immigration practitioners. We will ensure you meet all the requirements and submit a complete application for the most suitable PNP stream.