Provincial Nominee Program

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

Understand the application options

How you apply depends on which stream you’re applying to. You can apply using one of the following streams. The application process will vary based on the stream you choose.

  • Express Entry Process
  • Non-Express Entry Process

In Both Cases:

You must meet the eligibility requirements of the province or territory. And, You must submit an Express Entry profile and show that you meet the minimum criteria for Express Entry, including being eligible for one of the immigration programs it covers. If you are invited to apply, you submit an electronic application to IRCC.

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