The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is Nova Scotia's provincial immigration program designed to attract skilled workers, entrepreneurs, international graduates, and physicians to the province. With a growing economy and labour market needs, Nova Scotia offers multiple pathways to Permanent Residency.
The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is a provincial immigration program designed to attract skilled workers, entrepreneurs, international graduates, and physicians to Nova Scotia. With a growing economy and labour market needs, the province offers multiple pathways to Permanent Residency.
NSNP offers 4 main streams: Labour Market Priorities, Skilled Worker, Entrepreneur, and International Graduate — each tailored to different profiles.
A Nova Scotia nomination adds 600 points to your CRS score — virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply.
Nova Scotia has a growing economy with affordable living, excellent healthcare, and abundant job opportunities.
Your spouse and dependent children can be included in your NSNP application and receive PR status alongside you.
The Nova Scotia Nominee Program offers four distinct streams to suit different profiles and goals.
Linked to the federal Express Entry system. Nova Scotia selects candidates from the Express Entry pool who have work experience in occupations that address labour market needs.
Express Entry profile required 4-6 monthsFor skilled workers with a valid job offer from a Nova Scotia employer. Designed for candidates who have the skills needed in the province.
Job offer required 6-8 monthsFor business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start or invest in a business in Nova Scotia. Supports economic growth in the province.
Investment required 12-18 monthsFor international students who have graduated from a Nova Scotia post-secondary institution and have a job offer in a skilled occupation in the province.
NS graduate required 4-6 monthsNSNP offers a unique pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency with significant advantages.
NSNP processes applications within 4-8 months — one of the fastest PNP programs in Canada.
Nova Scotia has one of the lowest costs of living among Canadian provinces — affordable housing and excellent quality of life.
Nova Scotia offers stunning coastal landscapes, beautiful beaches, and a peaceful lifestyle.
Your spouse and dependent children can be included in your application and receive PR status alongside you.
Each stream has its own eligibility criteria. Here are the common requirements across most NSNP streams.
Minimum 1-2 years of skilled work experience in a relevant occupation (varies by stream).
Minimum language requirements based on the stream:
Most streams require a valid job offer from a Nova Scotia employer, while Labour Market Priorities stream doesn't require a job offer.
We verify every one of these before filing, so nothing holds up your application.
NSNP is Nova Scotia's provincial nominee program that allows the province to nominate skilled workers, entrepreneurs, international graduates, and physicians for Permanent Residency. It has four main streams: Labour Market Priorities, Skilled Worker, Entrepreneur, and International Graduate.
A Nova Scotia nomination adds 600 CRS points to your Express Entry score — virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in the next draw.
It depends on the stream. The Labour Market Priorities stream does not require a job offer. The Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams require a valid job offer from a Nova Scotia employer.
NSNP processing takes 4-8 months on average. Express Entry-aligned streams are faster (4-6 months), while paper-based streams take longer (6-8 months).
NSNP is Nova Scotia's provincial nominee program. It offers 4 main streams with different requirements. Nova Scotia has a growing economy, affordable living, and excellent quality of life.
Yes! Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children can be included in your application. They will receive PR status alongside you.
For most NSNP streams, you need to show proof of settlement funds to support yourself and your family. The amount varies based on family size.
Fees depend on your specific profile, chosen stream, and additional services required. We provide a transparent quote in writing before you pay anything — ask for a full breakdown at your first meeting.
Book a free assessment with our Canada immigration experts — we'll identify the best NSNP stream for your profile, no obligation, no pressure.
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