Prince Edward Island PNP
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Prince Edward Island PNP
The Canadian province of Prince Edward Island, also known as PEI, is particularly attractive to prospective immigrants. Although the smallest province in size, it is one of the largest in terms of natural beauty, history, and Canadian culture. Prince Edward Island has excellent schools, almost no pollution or traffic, and was the home of the famous Charlottetown Conference of 1864 which eventually led to the nation’s formation. In addition to being the birthplace of confederation, the province has an exceptionally high quality of life and is very popular among tourists thanks to its fantastic beaches, top rated golf courses, and many cultural attractions. Combined with some of safest and closest knit communities in Canada, it’s easy to see why people from around the world want to live and work in Prince Edward Island. The Canada Express Entry System allows the province of Prince Edward Island to attract potential immigrants for their provincial nominee program. The province can send a “Notification of Interest” to people whose Express Entry profiles match the criteria the province is seeking.
Individuals nominated for Canadian immigration by the PEI PNP will receive enough points under the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System to more or less be assured of an invitation during the next draw. Once given an Invitation to Apply for Canadian permanent residence, it does not take long to get accepted for PEI immigration, seeing as Express Entry processes applications in six months or less.
Not every applicant will be accepted into the Prince Edward Island PNP through the Express Entry System. Candidates must have skills that meet current PEI labor needs. These requirements vary over time as labor needs change in the province. Candidates are encouraged to investigate the current needs of PEI before applying for the Express Entry System. If nominated through a PEI Express Entry stream, potential immigrants can apply for residency through Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s online system which is much faster.
Atlantic Pilot Program
In 2017, a total of up to 2000 applications will be accepted for the Atlantic Pilot program, a three-stream employer-driven permanent residence program. Every immigrant under this Program will arrive in Atlantic Canada with a job offer and a personalized settlement plan from their employer. No Labour Market Impact Assessment is required, and employers will have access to temporary work permits to fill immediate job vacancies.
Stream One: The Atlantic Intermediate-skilled Program (AISP)
Must have full-time job offer for an indeterminate amount of time
Job must have National Occupational Classification of 0, A, B, or C
Applicants must have one year of experience related to job
Applicants must have a high school diploma
Level 4 of the Canadian Language Benchmark in English or the Niveau de compétence Linguistique Canadien in French is required
Stream Two: The Atlantic High-skilled Program (AHSP)
Must have full-time job offer with a one-year contract
Job must have National Occupational Classification of 0, A, or B
Applicants must have one year of experience related to job
Applicants must have a high school diploma
Level 4 of the Canadian Language Benchmark in English or the Niveau de compétence Linguistique Canadien in French is required
Stream Three: The Atlantic International Graduate Program (AIGP)
Must have full-time job offer with a one-year contract
Job must have National Occupational Classification of 0, A, or B
No prior experience required
Applicants must have a two-year diploma from a publicly funed learning institution in Atlantic Canada
Level 4 of the Canadian Language Benchmark in English or the Niveau de compétence Linguistique Canadien in French is required
P.E.I. Labour Impact Category
Skilled Worker Stream
Have a full-time, long-term (permanent or minimum of 2 years) job offer from a PEI employer within an NOC skill level of O, A or B
If currently employed by a PEI employer, have a valid work permit
Have legal status in country of residence
If required, be able to attend an interview at the Office of Immigration, Settlement and Population
Have successfully completed at least 2 years of post-secondary education or diploma
Within the past 5 years, have relevant schooling or full-time work experience
Meet the language requirements
Demonstrate genuine intention to settle in PEI
Demonstrate sufficient financial resources and settlement supports as indicated by
transferable funds in order to cover the costs associated with immigration and travel expenses
Critical Worker Stream
Have a full-time, long-term (permanent or minimum of 2 years job offer from a PEI employer within an NOC skill level of C or D in one of the following occupations: customer service representative, truck driver, labourer, food and beverage server or housekeeping attendant.
Have worked a minimum of 6 months full-time for a PEI employer
Have a legal work permit
Have legal status in country of residence
Within the past 5 years, have relevant schooling or full-time work experience
Meet the language requirements
If required, be able to attend an interview at the Office of Immigration, Settlement and Population
Demonstrate genuine intention to settle in PEI
International Graduate Stream
Permanent, full-time job offer in their field of study from a Prince Edward Island employer at a NOC skill level 0, A or B
Worked a minimum of 6 months for the Prince Edward Island employer
Must have legal status in Canada
Must have a valid post-graduate work permit
Must be able to attend an interview at the Office of Immigration, if required
Must have completed at least a two-year diploma or degree program while studying full time
Must possess a valid diploma/degree from the recognized accredited Prince Edward Island University or College
Must have graduated within the past two years from full-time study at an accredited Prince Edward Island University or College
Should be between 21 and 55 years of age
Must possess English and/or French language ability to perform the job offered by a Prince Edward Island employer
Must demonstrate sufficient settlement supports and financial resources, including transferable funds, in order for the applicant and family to pay the immigration costs, travel expenses and establish in Prince Edward Island
Genuine intention to settle in Prince Edward Island
P.E.I. PNP Business Impact Category
100% Ownership Stream:
Have a verifiable personal net worth of $600,000
Have the skills, education, age, language ability and experience to operate a business in P.E.I
Invest at least $150,000 CAD in a business venture in P.E.I.
Sign an escrow agreement containing stipulations on a deposit of $150,000 to be held by the province until terms of agreement have been met
Have taken the IELTS within the past 2 years and have gotten a minimum band score of 4.0
Prepare a detailed business plan after visiting the province explaining the applicant’s intentions for settling in P.E.I. and taking an active role in the management of the business venture
Partial Ownership Stream
The same requirements as the 100% ownership stream except the $150,000 investment into a new or existing PEI business for a partial ownership interest of a minimum of 33 1/3% of voting shares, or make a minimum of a $1million investment.
Work Permit Stream
Apply to CIC for approval of a work permit for the PEI business that the applicant intends to invest and manage
Have a verifible personal net worth of $600,000
Prepare a detailed business plan after visiting the province explaining the applicant’s intentions for settling in P.E.I. and taking an active role in the management of the business venture
Have taken the IELTS within the past 2 years and have gotten a minimum band score of 4.0Invest at least $150,000 CAD in a business venture in P.E.I.
Prioritization
Due to limitations on immigration levels nationally and the effects on the Provincial Nominee Programs, the province of Prince Edward Island reserves the right to prioritize nominations to the three streams of the Business Impact Category based on the strengths and merits of the application and the economic value to Prince Edward Island.