Provincial programs

With the exception of Quebec and Nunavut, each province in Canada has multiple Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams. These streams are specifically designed by the provinces to align with their unique immigration objectives, resulting in varying eligibility criteria and application procedures. Nevertheless, PNPs are a popular choice due to their reputation as the most accessible pathway to Canadian permanent residence.

It is important to note that decisions pertaining to Canadian permanent residence must receive approval from the federal government at the national level. Consequently, provincial programs are referred to as “nominee” programs since they cannot independently grant permanent resident status.

Under a PNP, a successful applicant will be nominated by the province to submit an application for permanent residence to the federal government. This implies that choosing to immigrate to Canada through a PNP is the initial step in a two-part process:

• Firstly, an interested immigrant must obtain approval at the provincial level, and
• subsequently, they need to apply at the federal level.

With the exception of Nunavut and Quebec, each province and territory in Canada has its own distinctive Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) tailored to fulfill its economic and demographic requirements. The criteria and application processes for these programs differ significantly among provinces, hence individuals interested in applying should refer to each province’s guidelines to assess their eligibility.