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Provincial Nominee Programs

Provincial Nominee Programs in Canada: province-by-province skilled worker, Express Entry, graduate, employer, entrepreneur and business immigration pathways.

Explore Canada’s provincial immigration pathways by province and territory. For broader regional context, see our Atlantic Canada economy report. Select a province or territory below to open its dedicated program page, where each available stream links to its own detailed page.

Compare provincial nomination pathways

Provincial and territorial programs have different eligibility rules, employer requirements, application steps and intake priorities. A nomination pathway should be assessed against the applicant’s actual work, study and residence plans.

Related services: Express Entry · Ontario PNP.

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Provincial Nominee Programs by Province and Territory

Ontario , Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

British Columbia , BC Provincial Nominee Program

Alberta , Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)

Manitoba , Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)

Saskatchewan , Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

New Brunswick , New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program

Nova Scotia , Nova Scotia Nominee Program

Prince Edward Island , PEI Provincial Nominee Program

Newfoundland and Labrador , NLPNP

Yukon , Yukon Nominee Program

Northwest Territories , NTNP

Quebec , Separate Provincial Immigration System

Quebec does not participate in the Provincial Nominee Program and operates a separate provincial immigration system.

Nunavut

Nunavut does not operate a Provincial Nominee Program. Federal immigration and work-permit pathways may apply.

Current program status matters

Provincial programs, streams, allocations, invitations and eligibility criteria change frequently. Review the applicable province or territory page and current program requirements before preparing an application or expression of interest.

Assess Your Provincial Nominee Options

Provincial nomination depends on the exact stream, occupation, employment or business circumstances, immigration status and the province's current selection priorities. Candidates considering an enhanced provincial pathway should also review Express Entry and how an accepted nomination can affect their CRS score. For an individualized assessment, book a consultation with Fourth Dimension Immigration.

Current information matters

Immigration criteria, document requirements and public policies can change. Advice should be based on the rules and facts applicable when you apply.

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