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Canada has diversity. So, it is the main reason behind alluring immigrants from all over the world for permanent residence in the country. Likewise, Nova Scotia is an attraction point for many foreign nationals. Thus, if you want to reach here, you can go through the Nova Scotia PNP program.
Nova Scotia has a lot to offer its residents besides the coastal beauty of the province. Hence, it invites applications for PR through the Nova Scotia PNP program. So, if you are all packed up with questions like how to apply for the Nova Scotia PNP program, here is all you need to know about the program.
What is Nova Scotia PNP Program?
The Nova Scotia PNP program is an immigration program in the province. So, it invites foreign candidates to apply for permanent residence in the province under various categories and streams.
Nova Scotia immigration provincial program came into action in 2003. Thus, it aims to cater to the need of the economic and labour market in the province. Thus, it targets over 7,000 immigrants annually and has a retention rate of 70 percent.
Hence, the program accepts applications under various streams under enhanced and base categories. So, to apply for PR in Nova Scotia, Canada, the candidates must fulfil the Nova Scotia PNP program requirements for the respective stream.
What are the streams included in the Nova Scotia PNP program?
Nova Scotia Experience: Express entry
Requirements:
• Have an express entry profile.
• Lie within the age range of 21-55.
• Have a work experience of at least one year as a worker in Nova Scotia within the last three years.
• Have a work permit as an employee in Nova Scotia.
• Have the required language proficiency and skills for the job.
Nova Scotia Labour market priorities
Requirements:
• Have an Express entry profile with a Letter of Interest from the office of Immigration of Nova Scotia.
• Have the work experience required for the job and proof of the same.
• Have enough funds to sustain a living in Nova Scotia.
• Fulfil the eligibility criteria for the respective draw.
Nova Scotia Labour market priorities for Physicians
Requirements:
• Have an express entry profile with a letter of interest from the office of immigration of Nova Scotia.
• Have a job offer as a medical practitioner, family physician, or specialist from the Nova Scotia Health Authority or IWK health centre.
• Have the required experience as a medical practitioner with documents proving the same.
• A two-year commitment letter and service agreement was sent to the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.
• Have enough funds to sustain life in the province.
Skilled worker stream
Requirements:
• Lie within the age range of 21-55.
• Have a full-time job offer from an eligible employer in Nova Scotia.
• Have an education degree in at least high school.
• Have the required education, skills, experience (at least 12 months) and certification for the job.
• Have the required language proficiency for the job.
• Have an intention and enough funds to settle as a permanent resident in Nova Scotia.
Entrepreneur stream
Requirements:
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a minimum worth of CAD 600,000, including personal assets and Net business acquired legally.
• Have the required business management experience and language proficiency for the business.
• Have the capacity to make a capital investment of CAD 150,000 to establish the business.
• Have an education degree and a profitable business plan.
• Have the intention to settle as a PR in Nova Scotia.
International graduate entrepreneur stream
Requirements:
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a graduation degree (or post-Secondary diploma) from Nova Scotia.
• Have a business management experience of at least one year in Nova Scotia before the submission of EOI.
• Have a post-graduation work permit.
• Have the language proficiency of CLB-7.
Physician stream
Requirements:
• Be a medical practitioner, family doctor, or specialist.
• Have the required education and training as a practitioner to receive a license in Nova Scotia.
• Have approval from the Nova Scotia Health Authority or IWK health centre.
How to apply for the Nova Scotia PNP program?
1. Start with an online provincial nomination form application.
2. Fill out the nomination form with the information required and attach the necessary documents. Thus, these documents include language test results, education proofs, and an ECA for candidates who have education outside Canada.
3. Apply to an immigration office.
4. Get into an Express Entry pool.
5. Receive a nomination for PR based on your profile.
Conclusion
So, Nova Scotia is a province with numerous opportunities for outsiders. Hence, the Nova Scotia PNP program receives a remarkable number of applications annually to provide PR in the province. Hence, if you look forward to enjoying the bounties of the province and fulfilling the eligibility criteria for respective streams, get ready to fly to Nova Scotia with the PNP program.
For more PNP related articles, please visit Swagatham Canada’s provincial nominee’s section.
