Provincial Nominee Program
The provincial nominee program (PNP) is for workers who
- have the skills, education and work experience to contribute to the economy of a specific province or territory
- want to live in that province or territory
- want to become permanent residents of Canada
Each province and territory has its own “streams” (immigration programs that target certain groups) and requirements.
For example, in a program stream, provinces and territories may target
- students
- business people
- skilled workers
- semi-skilled workers
The PNP has two streams and the application process vary based on the stream you are eligible for.
Express Entry Process
Make sure you qualify for the PNP of the province or territory where you want to live and for 1 of the 3 programs managed through Express Entry.
Non-Express Entry Process
Check your eligibility make sure you qualify for the PNP of the province or territory where you want to live.