Overview
The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) Skilled Worker stream is designed to help Yukon employers address labour shortages by hiring foreign talent. It is an employer-driven process, meaning the employer initiates the application. The program targets roles in TEER categories 0, 1, 2, and 3. Successful nominees receive a provincial nomination, which they then use to apply for permanent residence with the federal government.
Who qualifies
To qualify, you must have a full-time, permanent job offer from a Yukon employer who has been in operation for at least one year. You must demonstrate at least 12 months of relevant work experience in the last 10 years and meet the educational and language requirements for your specific occupation. You must also intend to live and work permanently in the Yukon.
Application steps
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Step 1: Secure a Job Offer
Find a Yukon employer willing to hire you and support your nomination. The employer must prove they have attempted to recruit locally.
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Step 2: Employer Expression of Interest (EOI)
The employer submits an EOI during a scheduled intake window. The EOI is scored based on territorial priorities.
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Step 3: Invitation to Apply
If the EOI is successful, the employer is invited to submit a full application for the nominee.
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Step 4: Submit Application
The employer submits the complete application package to the Yukon Immigration Branch.
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Step 5: Nomination and TPA
If approved, a Tripartite Agreement (TPA) is signed between the Government of Yukon, the employer, and the nominee.
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Step 6: Apply for Permanent Residence
The nominee applies for permanent residence to the federal government (IRCC) within 6 months of receiving the nomination.
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Proof of relevant work experience
- Educational credentials (minimum high school diploma)
- Language proficiency test results (e.g., IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF)
- Signed job offer from a Yukon employer
- Proof of legal status in Canada (if currently in Canada)
PR, family, language & arrival
Path to longer stay / PR
This program leads directly to permanent residency. Once nominated, you apply to the federal government, which grants permanent status upon successful completion of background and medical checks.
Family options
Accompanying family members may be included in the federal permanent residence application. Spousal work permit eligibility is determined by federal IRCC rules based on the principal applicant's job skill level.
Language notes
You must provide valid results from an approved language test (IELTS General, CELPIP General, or TEF). Minimum requirements vary based on the specific job requirements.
After arrival
Upon arrival, you must work for the sponsoring employer as per the terms of your nomination and the Tripartite Agreement. You are expected to settle permanently in the Yukon.
Common pitfalls
- Assuming the applicant can apply independently (the employer must initiate the process).
- Failing to meet the 12-month work experience requirement.
- Not providing valid language test results.
- Applying outside of the designated intake windows.
FAQs about Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream
Who is the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream for?+
Foreign workers who have secured a full-time, permanent job offer from an eligible Yukon employer in a skilled occupation (TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3).
What are the eligibility requirements for Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream?+
To qualify, you must have a full-time, permanent job offer from a Yukon employer who has been in operation for at least one year. You must demonstrate at least 12 months of relevant work experience in the last 10 years and meet the educational and language requirements for your specific occupation. You must also intend to live and work permanently in the Yukon.
How much does the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream cost?+
Typical fees listed for Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream: Provincial fee: $0 CAD; Federal permanent residence fee: $1,365 CAD per adult applicant. Always confirm on the official government site.
How long does Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream processing take?+
ImmigraPath currently lists processing time as: 12 to 14 weeks for provincial nomination.
How long can I stay on the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream?+
Leads to permanent residency
Can I work on the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream?+
Applicant can work for the sponsoring employer; spouses may be eligible for an open work permit depending on the principal applicant's skill level and federal rules.
Does Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream lead to permanent residence in Canada?+
This program leads directly to permanent residency. Once nominated, you apply to the federal government, which grants permanent status upon successful completion of background and medical checks.
What are common mistakes with Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) - Skilled Worker Stream?+
Assuming the applicant can apply independently (the employer must initiate the process). Failing to meet the 12-month work experience requirement. Not providing valid language test results.