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Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Get nominated by a Canadian province or territory for permanent residence. A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points to your Express Entry profile, virtually guaranteeing an ITA.

+600
CRS Points Boost
80+
PNP Streams
11
Provinces & Territories
2-8
Months Processing

Types of PNP Streams

Provincial Nominee Programs offer various streams to match different profiles

Express Entry Linked

Get a provincial nomination through Express Entry for an additional 600 CRS points.

+600 CRS Points

Employer-Driven

Streams that require a job offer from a provincial employer.

Job Security

International Graduate

For graduates from Canadian post-secondary institutions.

Study to PR

Business/Entrepreneur

For those who want to start or buy a business in Canada.

Investment Path

PNP by Province

Each province has its own immigration streams tailored to local labor market needs

Ontario

ON
8 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Human Capital Priorities
  • Skilled Trades
Processing: 3-6 months

British Columbia

BC
6 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Skills Immigration
  • Express Entry BC
Processing: 2-4 months

Alberta

AB
5 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Alberta Express Entry
  • Alberta Opportunity Stream
Processing: 3-6 months

Saskatchewan

SK
7 streams available
Popular streams:
  • International Skilled Worker
  • Experience Category
Processing: 2-4 months

Manitoba

MB
5 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Skilled Workers in Manitoba
  • Skilled Workers Overseas
Processing: 4-8 months

Nova Scotia

NS
6 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Nova Scotia Demand
  • Labour Market Priorities
Processing: 2-4 months

New Brunswick

NB
5 streams available
Popular streams:
  • Express Entry Labour Market
  • Skilled Workers with Employer Support
Processing: 3-6 months

Prince Edward Island

PE
4 streams available
Popular streams:
  • PEI Express Entry
  • Labour Impact Category
Processing: 3-6 months

How PNP Works

1

Check Eligibility

Use our tool to find PNP streams that match your profile

2

Apply to Province

Submit your application to the chosen province

3

Get Nominated

Receive your provincial nomination certificate

4

Apply for PR

Use your nomination for Express Entry (+600 CRS) or paper-based application

Provincial Nominee Program FAQ

Common questions about PNP streams and how provincial nominations work with Express Entry.

What is a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)?

A Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate individuals for permanent residence based on their specific labour market needs. Each province has its own streams targeting skilled workers, international graduates, entrepreneurs, and semi-skilled workers. A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points to your Express Entry profile.

How many CRS points does a provincial nomination add?

A provincial nomination adds 600 additional CRS points to your Express Entry profile. Since the maximum CRS score is 1,200 and the core factors maximum is 600, receiving a nomination virtually guarantees you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in the next Express Entry draw.

Which province is easiest to get a PNP nomination from?

The ease of obtaining a PNP nomination varies based on your profile. Provinces like Saskatchewan (SINP), Manitoba (MPNP), and Atlantic provinces often have lower requirements. Ontario and British Columbia have more competitive streams. The best province depends on your occupation, work experience, education, language skills, and whether you have connections to a specific province.

Can I apply for PNP without a job offer?

Yes, many PNP streams do not require a job offer. Express Entry-linked streams like Ontario Human Capital Priorities, BC Skills Immigration, and Alberta Express Entry Stream often select candidates directly from the Express Entry pool based on their profile. However, some base PNP streams do require a valid job offer from an employer in that province.

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