How to Get a Provincial Nomination for Permanent Residence (PR) in Canada 2024/2025

Globally, immigrants are drawn to Canada, where the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) presents a viable route to permanent status (which it does, without question). The PNP might be the best option for you if you’re thinking about moving to Canada and have trouble with the Express Entry process, as it was for my six siblings and me years ago.

Applications with lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores or those disqualified for Express Entry because of the following are catered to by the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

• Age (many years ago, this affected my six siblings and me)
• Language ability
• Degree of education

An updated summary of how to use PNPs to help you reach your objective of becoming a permanent resident of Canada is found in this guide.

Understanding Provincial Nominee Programs

PNPs can be divided into two main groups:

• Express Entry-Aligned Nomination: By giving your Express Entry profile an additional 600 points, this nomination greatly increases your prospects of being invited to apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
• Non-Express Entry Nomination: You do not require an Express Entry profile to apply directly to a province. For individuals who are not eligible for Express Entry, this approach is advantageous even though the processing time may be lengthier.

If you’re thinking about applying through Express Entry, this tutorial offers a thorough, step-by-step procedure.

Why Take Into Account Provincial Nominee Initiatives?

For applicants hoping to improve their scores, PNPs provide an option while the Express Entry cut-off scores are still high. They offer the opportunity to obtain an additional 600 points or to immigrate through province-specific initiatives that do not call for an Express Entry profile.

Provinces and Their Nominee Programs

Ten provinces and three territories make up Canada, and each has a distinct PNP:

Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)

Both employees and business owners can benefit from the AINP’s streams. The minimum CRS score required for nominations aligned with Express Entry is 300.

British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)

Through the Express Entry BC (EEBC) stream, BC PNP is connected to the federal Express Entry system. Candidates who qualify can obtain permanent residency more quickly.

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)

Skilled workers having ties to Manitoba through invitations, experience, or assistance are given preference under the MPNP.

New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)

NBPNP is for candidates who are prepared to boost the economy of New Brunswick.

Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)

International graduates, skilled workers, and candidates for Express Entry are all eligible to apply to the NLPNP.

Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)

The NSNP seeks out people whose qualifications and experience apply to Nova Scotia.

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

Targeting foreign workers, international students, and entrepreneurs, OINP collaborates with the federal government.

Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)

PEI’s Expression of Interest portal allows for the acceptance of skilled immigration.

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

For candidates with ties to Saskatchewan, SINP provides pathways.

Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)

NTNP makes employment offers to talented workers and business investors.

Yukon Nominee Program (YNP)

YNP prioritizes the needs of Yukon employers and demands a job offer.

Territories Without PNPs

There isn’t a PNP for skilled immigrants in Nunavut. Details on Quebec’s unique immigration system are available here.

Complete Procedure for PNP Application

An expression of interest or an invitation to apply for a nomination does not, in and of itself, ensure a nomination. To be evaluated, applicants must submit the necessary documentation. Application costs are levied by some governments; in Ontario, they are CAD 1,500, whereas in Saskatchewan, they are CAD 350.

Having a successful nomination raises your CRS score by 600 points, which greatly increases your chances of being granted permanent residency.

Extra Details for Students

PNP categories are available in some provinces for students who have finished their studies at one of those provinces’ designated learning institutions. The corresponding provincial links provide details. However, for simple access, you can click the following links:

• Saskatchewan
• New Brunswick
• Manitoba
• Newfoundland and Labrador
• Alberta
• Nova Scotia
• Ontario
• Quebec
• British Columbia

Provincial and Territorial Contacts

You can obtain further information about the nomination process from the provincial and territorial agencies mentioned below.

• British Columbia
• Manitoba
• Yukon Territory
• New Brunswick
• Alberta
• Newfoundland and Labrador
• Saskatchewan
• Northwest Territories
• Ontario
• Nova Scotia
• Prince Edward Island