Canada : Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program

The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program seeks to recruit immigrants who have specialized occupational or entrepreneurial skills. Through an agreement with the Government of Canada, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador may nominate immigrants, who can contribute to the economic and social goals of the province, for permanent resident status.

Nominees must settle in Newfoundland and Labrador and have sufficient ability to communicate in either English or French. Depending upon the program category in which an application is submitted, specific financial and other criteria will apply.

Successful applicants will receive a Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nomination Certificate, which will speed-up the Canada Immigration (Permanent Resident) Visa application process.

Under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), you may qualify under one of four categories:

Skilled Worker

This category is for individuals who have a guaranteed offer of employment from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer, or are already working in the province on a valid Work Permit. To qualify for the Occupational/Skilled Worker category, the applicant must score at least 50 points on a Self-Assessment (occupation, arranged employment, experience, education, adaptability, spousal employment, age, language ability, financial resources),

and have a Newfoundland and Labrador job offer that:

Is full time and permanent;
Utilizes specialized skills that could not otherwise be obtainable in Canada; and
Is consistent with provincial employment and wage standards.

International Graduate

This category is for recent graduates who have a Post-Graduate Work Permit and a job or job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer.

Have graduated from a recognized Newfoundland and Labrador post-secondary institution in the past two years;
Have receive a certificate, diploma, or degree from a program of at least 2 years in length;
Have obtained a permanent full time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer or have reasonable expectation of employment in the province in the near future;
Have obtained a Post-Graduation Work Permit;
Have the necessary qualifications and English or French language ability for the job being offered;
Have sufficient settlement funds.

Family Connections

This category is for individuals who have a family member living in Newfoundland and Labrador who is willing to sponsor their immigration to the province.

Have a permanent full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer or the intention and ability to obtain one;
Be between 18 and 49 years of age;
Have completed post-secondary education (at least one year in length) which has resulted in a diploma, certificate, or degree;
Have at least one year of work experience;
Have adequate English language ability to work in the province (and documents to verify English language ability);
Have enough money to live in the province for a short time after arrival ($10,000 for the principal applicant and $2,000 for each accompanying family member);
Have a family member sponsor who is willing to provide settlement assistance and sign an Affidavit of Support.

Immigrant Entrepreneur

This category is for individuals who wish to start a business or purchase an existing business in Newfoundland and Labrador. Have a minimum of five years of senior management

Have a minimum net worth of CDN $450,000,
Have to sign a Performance Agreement promising a minimum business investment of CDN $200,000 to establish a new business
Have to make a CDN $100,000 deposit that will be returned once the obligations of the performance agreement has been met
Be willing to make an exploratory visit to Newfoundland and Labrador and submit a detailed business plan.