The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) is a strategic immigration program designed to attract skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates to the province of New Brunswick. This program allows the province to nominate individuals who meet specific economic and labor market needs, facilitating their pathway to Canadian permanent residency. Whether you are a skilled worker looking for employment opportunities, an entrepreneur aiming to invest in the province, or an international graduate from a New Brunswick post-secondary institution, the NBPNP offers various streams tailored to your needs.
Streams of the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
- Express Entry Stream: This stream is aligned with the federal Express Entry system, enabling the province to nominate candidates who meet the federal criteria for skilled workers. Candidates with a valid Express Entry profile can be invited to apply for provincial nomination, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
- Skilled Workers with Employer Support: This stream targets individuals with a valid job offer from a New Brunswick employer. Applicants must possess the necessary skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the province’s labor market.
- Entrepreneurial Stream: Designed for experienced business owners and senior managers who are ready to establish, operate, or invest in a business in New Brunswick. Candidates must demonstrate significant business experience, have a viable business plan, and meet the minimum investment requirements.
- Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream: This stream is for international graduates from recognized New Brunswick post-secondary institutions who have started or acquired a business in the province. Graduates must have operated the business for at least one year and have a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit.