Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador is Canada’s easternmost province; it is composed of Newfoundland Island and larger mainland, Labrador to the northwest of the province. The city of St. John’s is the capital of the province and its main financial, commercial, educational and cultural center. Because of this, the city is recognized for its vibrant arts and cultural community. Some of the top attractions in the province are Fisherman’s Museum that is located in Twillingate and the Aquarium in Petty Harbour. In connection to this, the city of St. John’s is known as the provinces’ main center for the offshore oil and gas industry.
Newfoundland and Labrador
Welcome to Newfoundland and Labrador
The province has a reputation for having a warm and welcoming people and is also known for their creativity. The province’s economy is mostly dependent of its natural resources; for a long time, fishing was the most important economic activity of the province while farming is their supplementary activity. Immigrants in the province are provided with many opportunities in the fields of fishery and resources; due to this the province constantly needs skilled workers for the mentioned fields.
This province has several immigration programs that can help foreign workers or students if they want to live or settle in Newfoundland and Labrador.
What is the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)?
To continue the upward trend of their economy, the government of Newfoundland and Labrador thought of ways to seek talents to help them with their objective.
Below are the immigration streams of this province that can help immigrants to choose the right fit for their skills and experience:
1
Express Entry Skilled Worker
Foreign nationals who intend to settle in Newfoundland and Labrador that is eligible as skilled worker and already has a profile in the federal express entry pool falls under this category.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be registered in the federal Express Entry pool
- A valid job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer
- Have at least a post-secondary educational background
- At least 12 months of full-time work experience related to the job offer under NOC skill level 0, A, or B
2
Skilled Worker
Foreign nationals who has experience under NOC skill level 0, A, or B that intends to settle in Newfoundland and Labrador falls under this category. Aspiring immigrants must first be accepted into federal Express Entry pool.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer
- Language Proficiency with a passing score of CLB 4 or higher for NOC C or D
- Required accreditation or certification for the specific trade of occupation applied
3
International Graduate
Foreign nationals who have graduated or at least completed half of their post-secondary study from an approved Canadian educational institute or University can apply to this stream. Aspiring immigrants must have a job offer or is currently employed in a Newfoundland and Labrador employer.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer
- Language Proficiency with a passing score of CLB 4 or higher
- Have at least a post-secondary educational background
- At least 12 months of full-time work experience related to the job offer
4
International Entrepreneur
Foreign nationals that have entrepreneurial and business expertise and intends to start, purchase and manage a business in Newfoundland and Labrador may apply.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Language Proficiency with a passing score of CLB 5 or higher
- At least a high school graduate
- At least two (2) years of work experience in managing or owning a business or at least five (5) years work experience as a senior business manager
- Investment worth of $200,000 CAD and Personal net worth of $ 600,00 CAD
5
International Graduate Entrepreneur Category
Foreign nationals who are graduates of a Newfoundland post-secondary institution may apply for permanent residency under this category. However, aspiring immigrants must have at least one (1) year experience in owning or managing a business in the province.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Language Proficiency with a passing score of CLB 5 or higher
- Have at least a post-secondary educational background
- At least one (1) year experience as business owner or manager
How to apply for the NSPNP?
1. Click https://apps.gov.nl.ca/immigration/home/home/login to create a New PNP Registration.
2. Make sure you complete your profile.
3. Check your online application if complete and wait for the reply of the Newfoundland and Labrador government regarding the status of your application.
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You may also schedule an appointment with our immigration experts to know more about Newfoundland and Labrador’s Immigration program.
