Nova Scotia Nominee Program NSNP

Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)

Nova Scotia is one of Canada’s maritime provinces, surrounded by the beautiful Atlantic ocean. In the past few years, Nova Scotia’s economy has become more diverse, allowing for greater opportunities for individuals who decide to settle in Nova Scotia.

If you are interested in moving to this diverse coastal province, there are several options available to you depending on your circumstances. The streams offered by Nova Scotia include:

  • The Skilled Worker Stream;
  • The Regional Labour Market Demand Stream; and
  • The Family Business Worker.

The Skilled Worker Stream

This stream assists local businesses and employers obtain skilled workers by supporting their nomination. This stream can be further subdivided into three sub categories:

The skilled worker program is further divided into three sub categories:

  • Skilled workers are considered to be those with an occupation classification of NOC skill level 0, A or B. These applicants will be treated with priority in this province.
  • Semi Skilled workers have occupations that fall under NOC skill level C. These applications will be assessed based on current labour market demands in Nova Scotia.
  • Semi skilled workers also require at least six months of work with the Nova Scotia employer supporting the application
  • Low Skilled Workers are classified as NOC skill level D. These applications are considered only if all other criteria have been met, the applicant has worked for the employer at least 6 months and there is strong employer support

The Regional Labour Market Demand Stream

If you are thinking of applying to Nova Scotia under the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream, see if you meet the following requirements:

  • You are between the ages of 21 and 55
  • You have achieved a minimum language standard on the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)
  • Your intended occupation is a National Occupational Classification (NOC) level 0, A, or B and there is demonstrated demand for this occupation in the regional labour market in the community in which you intend to live
  • You legally reside in your current country of residence
  • You have the required amount of funds
  • You have completed the equivalent of a Canadian high school education from a recognized educational institution AND you have completed secondary education from a recognized educational institution or training program
  • You have at least two (2) years of work experience within the last five (5) years, in a field of work related to your intended occupation in Nova Scotia
  • You can demonstrate that you will become established and that you intend to live in the province permanently
  • You have completed an Employment and Settlement Plan
  • If required, you will be able to attend an in-person interview in Nova Scotia

How Do I Know if My Occupation is in Demand?

The In Demand Occupation List is based on Human Resources and Skills Development Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) System.

According to the In Demand Occupation List:

  • Your intended occupation must be a NOC O, A or B skill-level occupation
  • The outlook for intended occupation must be good, or at least, fair

Many of the occupations listed in the In-Demand Occupation List fall under the following major categories:

  • Managers
  • Accountants
  • Engineers
  • Analysts
  • Consultants
  • Designers
  • Computer Programmers
  • Technicians
  • Data Administrators
  • Contractors and Supervisors
  • Welders
  • Mechanics

The In-Demand Occupation List outlines the accepted occupations in further detail.

The Family Business Worker

Are you a business owner who has a difficult time finding hardworking or trust worthy employees? Is your business in need of an extra hand but not sure if hiring an employee is the right business move? This category may be just what you need.

The Family Businesses Worker stream is all about hiring close relatives who have the work experience and required skills for positions that are unable to be filled be the current labour market. Relationships to the business owner that qualify are:

  • Son or daughter
  • Brother or sister
  • Niece or nephew
  • Uncle or aunt
  • Grandchild

How We Can Help

If you are interested in moving to this unique and unspoiled coastal province, there are several options available to you depending on your circumstances. Not only does it offer the opportunity to sponsor family members, it offered one of the only streams that does not require a valid job offer prior to applying. If you have been looking for permanent residence in Canada and thought you were out of options, look no further, Nova Scotia may be right for you! We can gladly help you achieve these goals by:

  • Providing you with a list of documents that can strengthen your case as per your unique situation;
  • Help you gather important documents demonstrating why you would be a good candidate for nomination to Nova Scotia;
  • Drafting important documents like employment reference letters, confirmation letters and contracts;
  • Submit your application to the province as well as to the federal government;
  • Follow up with the province and Citizenship and Immigration Canada on your matter to ensure the fastest possible processing time; and
  • Of course, be with you every step of the way.

With Akrami & Associates, there is always a way!

For more information on the NSNP, feel free to browse our vast collection of information on the subject or contact us directly at 1-877-622-8182 or 416 477 2570. You can also email at Info@ToImmigrate.com.

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program, Regional Labour Market Demand Stream, requires that you submit a settlement plan as part of your application. This unique application type does not require that you have previous work experience in the province nor are you required to have a valid job offer. However, the settlement plan you will need to provide will have to reflect your intentions in Nova Scotia.

A Representative of the Provincial Nominee Program will review your settlement plan and determine whether or not you would be considered a viable candidate for nomination.

This plan will provide the Nova Scotia Nomination Program with details on your plans for employment and settlement in Nova Scotia. This will be your opportunity to convince the Representative reviewing your application that you will be successful if provided with a nomination.

Further, this settlement plan will strengthen your own opportunity for success by requiring you to think through many employment and settlement issues before arriving in Nova Scotia.

The Nova Scotia Nomination Program is more focused on the quality of your research not the length of your Employment and Settlement Plan.

What to Include in your Plan….

The Settlement plan will touch on such issues as:

  • Your Intended occupation;
  • How you intend to meet the working requirements of your intended occupation
  • Whether or not your intended occupation in Nova Scotia is regulated
  • Any steps you have taken or will take to ensure that you are able to located employment in the province
  • Whether or not you will be able to communicate effectively in English or French and the steps you may be willing to take to improve your language proficiency
  • Your intentions to reside in Nova Scotia

This is simply a brief summation of what you might expect to include in a settlement plan however it should go into further detail. Your Settlement plan is basically your commitment to Nova Scotia and will be a focus of your application.

At Akrami & Associates, we have been assisting clients draft such important documents and will work with you to develop a strong Employment and Settlement plan. With our wealth of experience, we know what an Immigration Officer is looking for and can help you anticipate the Officer’s needs.

Contact us for more details and find out how we can help you!

With Arkami & Associates, there is always a way.

The Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program is currently receiving a lot of attention for its new program, the Regional Labour Market demand stream. See below for a list of some of the most common questions asked about this exciting new program.

Is there a Cap to the PNP?

The Nova Scotia PNP does have a cap however they are still accepting new application for all the available streams. The Regional Labour Market Demand Stream of the PNP is especially popular but will have a cap of 150 nominations.

The successful nominated applicants must meet all of the qualifications listed in the guidelines, and must have included all of the information and documents that are required, and show a sincere intention to live in Nova Scotia.

What are the Processing Times?
First, your application will go through a pre-screening process to determine whether or not you have submitted a complete application. Due to the fact that the Nova Scotia PNP receives a great deal of applications under their newest stream, this may take up to three months. Once they have reviewed your application and it has gone through pre-screening, you will be notified in writing. If you have not received anything from the province, they have not reviewed your application yet.

Processing times for a nomination can be extensive which is why submitting a strong and properly completed application from the beginning is very important.

Can I apply to your Nominee Program if I don’t yet have a job lined up?
Contrary to popular believe, yes, you can. This is a unique program that does not require you to have a job offer lined up in order to qualify. If you have training and experience in an occupation that needs workers, you may qualify for our Regional Labour Market Demand stream regardless of whether or not you have a job offer.

My job isn’t included on the In Demand list on your web site. Can I still apply through the Regional Labour Market Demand stream?
Unfortunately, no, you will only be eligible if your occupation is listed on the In Demand list, or on the Working In Canada list.

Do I need to take the IELTS General test if I’ve already passed the IELTS Academic?
No, you do not. You simply need to demonstrate that you have good English or French skills and the Academic Test will demonstrate that. There are also other documents you can provide instead of an English or French test, such as employment reference letters or transcripts from a Canadian institution.

Nova Scotia recognizes that immigrants are an asset to the province. In this regard, Nova Scotia allows for several ways to immigrate to the province. One of the options is through the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream of the Nominee Program. Under the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream you are not required to have a job offer. However, your intended occupation must be on the In Demand List of Occupations outlined by the Nominee Program.

Even if your intended job is on the In Demand List of Occupations, there are several other criteria you must meet to be eligible for the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream. One such criteria is whether you have the funds required to establish yourself in the region in Nova Scotia where you intend to live.

How Can I Assess Whether I Have Sufficient Funds?

It is important to determine whether the Nova Scotia Nominee Program will consider you to be an applicant with enough funds to be eligible for the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream.

Consider the following checklist in assessing your financial situation:

  • You have enough funds to support yourself and your dependents
  • Funds must be in your name alone or in the name of yourself and accompanying dependents
  • You cannot borrow the funds you will be using to establish yourself in Nova Scotia from an institution or from another person
  • You must be able to use this money for settlement and to initially support the costs of living for you and your family

Supporting Your Family

When assessing whether you have the required funds for the Nominee Program Regional Labour Market Stream, one of the key considerations is whether you are able to support your family.

The amount of money you need to support your family, for the purposes of the Regional Labour Market Stream is summarized in the following chart:

Number of
Family Members

Funds Required
(in Canadian dollars)

1

$11,115

2

$13,837

3

$17,011

4

$20,654

5

$23,425

6

$26,419

7 or more

$29,414

How Much Money is Enough?

The best way to determine how much money will be considered sufficient for the Regional Labour Market Stream, is to look into the cost of living in the region you intend to reside in.

Regional Labour Market Demand Stream

The Federal Government has entered into Immigration Agreements with the provinces and territories of Canada to allow them to "nominate" worthy candidates they feel would be a contributor to their province.

If you are successful in obtaining a nomination from a province, you are eligible to apply for Permanent Residence through the Federal route by making an application to Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

The province of Nova Scotia has recently launched a new stream of its Provincial Nominee Program called the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream. This program allows the province to nominate you for Permanent Residence should you demonstrate that you can meet current labour market and economic needs as well as your intention to settle in Nova Scotia.

There are two levels of Approval when it comes to the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream of the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program:

Level 1 – Nominee Program

If you meet the qualifying criteria, you will be eligible to apply for nomination through this program. Your application for nomination will review various factors including your:

  • Age;
  • Education level;
  • Finances;
  • Work Experience;
  • Language Proficiency.

A settlement plan will also need to be included in your application which basically outlines your plan and intentions for residing in Nova Scotia. You will need to meet all these criteria in order to receive your nomination. Only 150 nominations will be made in this stream per year.

Level 2 – Citizenship and Immigration Canada

If you are nominated by the Province of Nova Scotia, you may then apply for a permanent resident visa through Citizenship and Immigration Canada. You will need to include your letter of nomination as proof of your successful nomination.

You should be aware that just because you have been nominated does not automatically mean that you will be granted Permanent Residence in Canada. You will need to still meet the requirements of a Permanent Resident and satisfy an Immigration Officer that you are not otherwise considered inadmissible to Canada.

You may be asked to attend an interview prior to the finalization of your Permanent Residence application.

The Provincial Nominee Program in Nova Scotia is offering a revolutionary new program called the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream. With this revolutionary and unique program you are not required to have:

  • Prior work experience in the province; nor
  • A Job offer from an employer in Canada

This means that all you have to do is meet the basic requirements of the program and you qualify without any further experience in province or job offer. To qualify the first thing you need to do is ensure that your intended occupation falls on the list of currently in demand occupations in Nova Scotia.

Apart from this, other factors this Provincial Nominee Program will assess are:

  • Age;
  • Education level;
  • Finances;
  • Work Experience;
  • Language Proficiency.

Language Proficiency

Part of applying through this Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee program involves submitting language proficiency, if your first language is not English or French, you will need to submit written proof of your ability to speak in either of these languages.

You can provide this proof in the form of:

  • Educational transcripts or other documentation indicating English or French as the principal language
  • Employment history and reference indicating that English or French is your primary language of communication

You may also be required to complete a language test should it be requested of you. You can also submit one if you cannot provide one of the documents above.

You will need to obtain these results through a designated third party provider such as:

English

  • CELPIP: Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (General test only)
  • IELTS: International English Language Testing System (General Training test only)

French

  • TEF: Test d’évaluation de français (both modules must be submitted in order to demonstrate results for all four language abilities)

In order to be successful in meeting the language requirements for this Provincial Nomination, you will need to demonstrate that you have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of five (5). A CLB 5 is different for each third party provider as shown below.

CLB Level

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

5

IELTS Test Results for Each Ability

5

4

5

5

CELPIP Test Results for Each Ability

3L

3L

3L

3L

TEF Test Results for Each Ability

180

150

225

225

As per the above, you will notice how a CLB 5 reflects different language scores per the respective providers. Make sure that you have this minimum score in order to be successful.

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