Canada Provincial Nominee Program
Each Canadian province and territory, excluding Quebec, operates its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), which selects individuals wishing to settle in that specific region for expedited immigration. Every Provincial Nominee Program in Canada has its own set of requirements, guidelines, and provincial "streams," which are tailored immigration pathways aimed at attracting specific groups of skilled workers, students, and business professionals. This system allows provinces and territories to draw in immigrants with the particular skills, experience, and expertise needed to fulfill the local labor demands of their unique economies.
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) exists because Canadian provinces have independent programs designed to encourage skilled migrants to settle within their borders. These programs are crafted to address the needs of employers and promote investment in specific areas.
To be eligible for the PNP, applicants must first receive a nomination from a Canadian province or territory. Candidates must possess the required skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the economic growth of the region that nominates them. Successful applicants are granted permanent residency and given the opportunity to apply for Canadian citizenship.
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Express Entry PNP
When you create a new Canada Express Entry profile, you can specify which provinces or territories you wish to immigrate to. Instead of waiting passively for one of these provinces to issue you a "notification of interest," you can proactively apply for a nomination under a particular stream. By targeting the most suitable PNP stream(s) through Express Entry, you can greatly improve your chances of being invited to apply for Canadian permanent residency. Obtaining an enhanced nomination certificate from a Canadian PNP will earn you enough points in the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System, significantly increasing the likelihood of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in the next draw.
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Eligibility Requirements:
Not all Canadian provinces offer Provincial Nomination Programs. However, the majority of provinces have agreements with the Government of Canada, enabling them to nominate immigrants who wish to settle in that specific province.
To qualify for the Provincial Nomination Program, applicants must complete three stages:
Job Offer: Applicants need a valid job offer from a Canadian employer in the province they plan to move to. Alternatively, candidates may receive a nomination certificate if they have a close relative residing in the province.
Provincial Government Approval: The job offer must be approved by the appropriate provincial government. Candidates are evaluated based on the province's immigration criteria. They must demonstrate a genuine intention to live and work in the province.
Permanent Residency Application: After receiving a nomination from the province, applicants must submit their application for permanent residency with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). They must show they have sufficient funds to support themselves and their dependents upon arrival in Canada.
How to Get an Express Entry Canada Provincial Nominee Program Nomination
There are two efficient ways to apply for a Canada Express Entry Provincial Nominee Program nomination. The first approach involves a potential immigrant directly contacting a Canadian Nominee Program and applying for a nomination under the province's Express Entry stream. If nominated successfully by the Canada PNP, the individual can then create an Express Entry profile and accept the nomination electronically through their My CIC account. The second approach is to start by creating an Express Entry profile that indicates which provinces and territories the applicant wishes to work and settle in. If a notification of interest is received from one of these provinces, the applicant can then apply under their Express Entry stream, and upon success, accept the nomination through their My CIC account.