Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) - Skilled Worker Stream

The Skilled Worker stream helps Nova Scotia employers recruit foreign workers and international graduates for positions they have been unable to fill with local residents. This employer-driven pathway provides a direct route to provincial nomination for permanent residence.

Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)

A community-driven permanent residence pilot that connects skilled workers with designated employers in 14 participating rural and remote communities. It is designed to address local labour shortages by offering a direct path to permanent status for those who intend to settle in these specific regions.

Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

An employer-driven permanent residence program for skilled workers and international graduates to settle in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, or Newfoundland and Labrador. It connects qualified candidates with designated local employers to fill labour shortages.

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a federal permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who have gained at least one year of full-time, authorized work experience in Canada. It is managed through the Express Entry system, offering a streamlined route for temporary residents to transition to permanent status.

Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP)

A federal permanent residence pilot for French-speaking skilled workers who secure a job offer in a designated Francophone-minority community outside Quebec. This employer-driven program bypasses traditional points-based systems to address regional labour shortages.

Study Permit

The primary authorization for international students to enroll in designated learning institutions (DLIs) for programs lasting longer than six months. This permit is a foundational step for many seeking to gain Canadian work experience and eventually transition to permanent residency.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

An open work permit that allows international graduates from eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions to gain essential Canadian work experience. This permit is a primary bridge for transitioning from temporary student status to permanent residency.

Business Visitor

A category for individuals entering Canada to engage in international business activities without entering the Canadian labour market. This route allows for short-term stays to attend meetings, conferences, or trade fairs without a work permit.

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Saint Mary's University

Halifax, Nova Scotia

NSCAD University

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Cape Breton University

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) - Akerley & Waterfront Campuses

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Acadia University

Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Mount Saint Vincent University

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia