Navigating the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)

If you've ever dreamt of calling Nova Scotia home, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) could be the perfect fit for you. Designed to attract talented individuals like you, the NSNP offers several streams tailored to different skills and experiences. Whether you’re an experienced worker, a recent graduate, or a business owner, there’s a stream that could help you make Nova Scotia your permanent home.

Nova Scotia's NP Immigration Streams

The NSNP offers a variety of immigration streams tailored to different needs and profiles. These streams are categorized into enhanced and base streams, each with its specific requirements and pathways to permanent residence.

Enhanced Streams: Express Entry Aligned

Nova Scotia's enhanced streams are aligned with the federal Express Entry system, which manages permanent residence applications for Canada's main economic immigration programs. These streams include:

Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry: This stream is for candidates with at least one year of work experience in Nova Scotia. It does not require a job offer, making it an attractive option for those already living and working in the province. Successful applicants receive an additional 600 points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), virtually guaranteeing an invitation to apply for permanent residence.

Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities: This stream targets candidates who receive a Letter of Interest from the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration (NSOI). It does not require a job offer, but applicants must meet specific work experience and other criteria outlined in each draw. Like other enhanced streams, it offers 600 CRS points for a provincial nomination.

Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities for Physicians: Designed specifically for general practitioners, family physicians, and specialist physicians, this stream requires a job offer from the Nova Scotia Health Authority or IWK Health Centre. Physicians who receive a nomination through this stream also gain an additional 600 CRS points, ensuring they are prioritized in the Express Entry system.

Base Streams: Direct Pathways to Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia's base streams operate independently of the Express Entry system. While they do not offer the same CRS points boost, they provide a direct route to permanent residence for those who meet the specific criteria.

Skilled Worker Stream: This stream requires a full-time, permanent job offer from a Nova Scotia employer. It is open to applicants with varying levels of education and work experience, making it accessible to a broad range of skilled workers.

Occupation In-Demand Stream: Targeting specific high-demand occupations in Nova Scotia, this stream requires a job offer from a Nova Scotia employer. It focuses on occupations such as nurse aides, food and beverage servers, and truck drivers, among others.

International Graduates In-Demand Stream: This stream is tailored for recent graduates in high-demand fields like healthcare and early childhood education. Applicants must have a job offer from a Nova Scotia employer and must have completed at least half of their studies in the province.

Entrepreneur Stream: This stream is for experienced business owners or senior managers who wish to establish or purchase a business in Nova Scotia. It requires a significant investment and a commitment to actively manage the business while living in the province.

For detailed information and application guidance, reach out to Nova Scotia's immigration authorities via their government approved website. You can also consult the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. For personalized guidance, consider reaching out to a trusted Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC). And if you’re new to Canada and need support, Thrive in Canada is here to support your journey. Please kindly reach out to us, and also navigate through our website to access resources designed to help you transition smoothly into life in Canada.