Yukon

Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream

An employer-driven program for foreign workers with a full-time job offer in a skilled occupation (TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3) in the Yukon. This stream allows employers to nominate foreign nationals for permanent residency when they cannot find qualified Canadian citizens or permanent residents to fill the position.

Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Critical Impact Worker Stream

An employer-driven stream for workers in semi-skilled or entry-level positions (TEER 4 or 5) to fill critical labour gaps in the territory. This program provides a pathway to permanent residence for foreign nationals with a valid, full-time job offer from a Yukon employer.

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.

Yukon University

Whitehorse, Yukon