Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program
Prince Edward Island (PEI), despite being the smallest province in Canada, offers a wealth of opportunities for those looking to establish a new life in a close-knit and welcoming community. Known for its stunning coastal landscapes, PEI also boasts a robust economy driven by key industries such as Information Technology, Aerospace, Renewable Energy, Agriculture, and Fisheries. The province’s low cost of living, combined with an efficient and high-quality education system, makes it an ideal destination for families seeking a balanced and affordable lifestyle.
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEIPNP) is instrumental in attracting skilled immigrants who can contribute to the province’s economic development. The program is designed to meet the labor market needs of PEI by selecting candidates with the skills, experience, and education necessary to thrive on the island. Through various streams, including those targeting skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates from PEI institutions, the PEIPNP provides a straightforward pathway to permanent residency in Canada.
PEI’s commitment to welcoming newcomers is evident in its steady increase in immigration numbers, with over 2,000 new immigrants settling on the island each year. This influx of talent is vital to the province’s ongoing economic growth and diversification.
Streams that are associated for applicants:
- PEI PNP Express Entry
- Labor Impact
PEI PNP Express Entry
This stream is for those who have valid Express Entry Profile and who want to live and work in Prince Edward Island and have skills that matches Labour market needs.
Applicants get selected under:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program
- Federal Skilled Trades Program
- Canadian Experience Class
- Must have Express Entry Profile
- Processing Time 6 months
- No job offer required
If you are a PGWP holder and SOWP holder:
- PGWP have 4 months of validity at the time of submit of EOI
- Have studied outside of PEI
- Have at least 9 month of work experience under PEI employer
Labour Impact
Labour Impact consists of three streams:
Skilled worker are applicants hired by PEI employer. They must have job offer or at present working in PEI.
Critical worker is for worker who have been already hired by PEI employer that are sponsored them for PR. These applicants can work in semi-skilled or unskilled profession.
International graduate is for recent graduates from Prince Edward Island universities and colleges. Eligible applicants will work in a skilled profession in their field of study
Minimum Requirements:
Processing time 6 months or less
- Age between 21 and 59 years
- Full time permanent or at least two-year job offer from PEI employer
- Have enough money to settle
- Have intention to reside in PEI
- Meet the language requirements of CLB of 4
