{"title":"NS PNP Nova Scotia, Canada Immigration Programs","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e When you're ready to move to Nova Scotia, you'll need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to a stream within the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP). Through the NSNP, prospective immigrants with the skills and experience that Nova Scotian employers need can be nominated for immigration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e UPDATE November 28, 2025: Nova Scotia is formalizing its Expression of Interest (EOI) process to continue meeting labour market needs and supporting sustainable, long-term community growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ns-pnp-worker-skilled-worker","title":"NSNP - (Worker) Skilled Worker","description":"\u003ch3\u003e Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The Skilled Worker stream helps employers recruit foreign workers and recent international graduates with skills that Nova Scotia needs. Employers can only hire foreign workers for positions they cannot fill with permanent residents or Canadian citizens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Notification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From 12 noon ADT on April 17, 2024, NSNP has a large backlog of applications for candidates in the Accommodation and Food Services sector awaiting decisions and has had to stop accepting applications in this sector while processing the current backlog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Eligibility requirements for submitting an EOI.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTo submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), you must:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I have a full-time, permanent job offer from a Nova Scotia employer;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e One year of relevant work experience is required. \u003cem\u003e(Workers in TEER 4 or 5 must have at least six months of experience with the same employer.)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 21 to 55 years old;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I have a high school diploma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Possesses appropriate training\/skills and\/or certification for the job;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate language proficiency equivalent to CLB 5 if you belong to TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3. \u003cem\u003e(If your native language is English or French, that is sufficient.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For TEER 4 or 5: a test result demonstrating CLB 4 achievement is required, even if the native language is English\/French;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate that you have sufficient financial resources to successfully settle in Nova Scotia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e How to submit an EOI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Complete the online application form and attach all required information\/files.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e Submit an Expression of Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eNote: All job postings must offer competitive salaries by industry\/field as per \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jobbank.gc.ca\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ethe Government of Canada website.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"600\" width=\"100%\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/appointments\/AcZssZ0o6nSJ9yPGOgThs3bhCku-kL70-yW5OvlU6DE=?gv=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- end Google Calendar Appointment Scheduling --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Immigration Event Calendar and Live Stream \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"400\" width=\"400\" style=\"border-width: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/embed?height=400\u0026amp;wkst=1\u0026amp;bgcolor=%23ffffff\u0026amp;ctz=America%2FToronto\u0026amp;showCalendars=0\u0026amp;showTabs=0\u0026amp;showNav=0\u0026amp;showTitle=0\u0026amp;mode=AGENDA\u0026amp;showDate=0\u0026amp;showPrint=0\u0026amp;showTz=1\u0026amp;src=Y180MDEzODJlNmNlNjFjYjkwYjg5M2Y0NWNlMjZhOThjMjRhMGY2MzkwMzJlY2E4MjRjNjY2NzNkYTg0M2RlZDVhQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20\u0026amp;color=%23AD1457\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THANH PHAN","offers":[{"title":"Records Specialist","offer_id":55057519673512,"sku":"IMMCase","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0438\/0039\/5944\/files\/NSPNP-_Worker_SkilledWorker.png?v=1767303972"},{"product_id":"ns-pnp-worker-international-graduates-in-demand","title":"NSNP - (Graduate) Nova Scotia Graduate","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e International Graduates in Demand is for recent international graduates with skills and education that match specific NOC occupation groups. The program is currently open for the following occupation groups:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e NOC 32102: Paramedical occupations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e NOC 32124: Pharmacy technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e NOC 33102: nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e NOC 42202: early childhood educators and assistants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Eligibility requirements for submitting an EOI.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e To submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), you must:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e There is a permanent, full-time job offer from a Nova Scotia employer in one of the job categories listed above that matches your recent field of study;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 19 to 55 years old;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I have a high school diploma;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Meet the requirement of completing a program of study at a qualifying Nova Scotia designated learning institution within three years of the application date. The program of study must:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eat least 30 weeks, or 24 weeks for NOC 33102 (Nurse Aids and Continuing Care Assistants);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e You must complete at least 50% of your program in Nova Scotia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Qualification requirements vary by NOC:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e If applying under NOC 32102 or 32124: the program must award a diploma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e If applying under NOC 33102: the program must award a certificate, diploma, or degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e If applying under NOC 42202: the program must award a diploma or degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Possess the certification\/license required by the NS regulatory bodies for the job;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate language proficiency equivalent to CLB 5;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate that you have sufficient financial resources to successfully settle in Nova Scotia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e How to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Complete the online application form and attach all required information and documents. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/appointments\/AcZssZ0o6nSJ9yPGOgThs3bhCku-kL70-yW5OvlU6DE=?gv=true\" style=\"border: 0;\" width=\"100%\" height=\"600\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- end Google Calendar Appointment Scheduling --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Immigration Event Calendar and Live Stream \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/embed?height=400\u0026amp;wkst=1\u0026amp;bgcolor=%23ffffff\u0026amp;ctz=America%2FToronto\u0026amp;showCalendars=0\u0026amp;showTabs=0\u0026amp;showNav=0\u0026amp;showTitle=0\u0026amp;mode=AGENDA\u0026amp;showDate=0\u0026amp;showPrint=0\u0026amp;showTz=1\u0026amp;src=Y180MDEzODJlNmNlNjFjYjkwYjg5M2Y0NWNlMjZhOThjMjRhMGY2MzkwMzJlY2E4MjRjNjY2NzNkYTg0M2RlZDVhQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20\u0026amp;color=%23AD1457\" style=\"border-width: 0;\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THANH PHAN","offers":[{"title":"Records Specialist","offer_id":55058387435688,"sku":"IMMCase","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0438\/0039\/5944\/files\/NSPNP-_Worker_InternationalGraduatesinDemand.png?v=1767309970"},{"product_id":"ns-pnp-business-entrepreneur-stream","title":"NSNP - (Business) Entrepreneur","description":"\u003cp\u003e The Entrepreneur Stream is for experienced business owners or senior managers who want to settle permanently in Nova Scotia by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Start a new business, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Acquire an existing business in Nova Scotia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e ⚠️ Important note: You must operate a business in Nova Scotia with a work permit for at least one year before being nominated by the province.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e1) Eligibility Requirements - What do you need to meet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePersonal conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e From 21 years of age and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I intend to live permanently in Nova Scotia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Minimum net worth:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e ≥ 600,000 CAD if operating within HRM (Halifax Regional Municipality), or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e ≥ 400,000 CAD if outside HRM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Minimum personal investment:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e ≥ 150,000 CAD (in HRM), or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e ≥ 100,000 CAD (excluding HRM).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Experience (in the last 10 years):\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e ≥ 3 years of business ownership, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u0026gt; 5 years in senior management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Language: A minimum test score of CLB\/NCLC 5+ is required (including English\/French as your native language).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Minimum requirement: High school diploma (or equivalent in Canada). Ownership and operational role requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e You must own at least 1\/3 (33.33%) of the business.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e We do not accept passive investors (those who only contribute capital but do not participate in operations).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e2) Business-related conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe business has been approved.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e It must be a for-profit business selling goods\/services, with a fixed address, complying with the law, and paying appropriate taxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The province prioritizes models that benefit Nova Scotia's economy (innovation, technology, expertise, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThese types of businesses are often disqualified (and should not be submitted).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Examples include: real estate rentals\/investments, real estate brokerage, insurance brokerage, business brokerage, payday loans\/currency exchange\/ATM cash machines, pawn shops, credit unions, home-based businesses (the majority), cooperatives, passive investments, pornography, joint ventures with other nominated candidates, commission-only businesses, or models that \"discredit\" the province.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Note: Some home-based applications may be considered if they demonstrate a “distinctive benefit” to the province.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaffing requirements (when starting a new business)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e You must hire at least one full-time permanent employee (not a seasonal employee), or a team of part-time employees whose combined hours are sufficient (minimum 1,560 hours\/year).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Personnel must be PR\/Canadian citizens, not relatives of yours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf you buy an existing business\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Businesses (and you) must also meet these requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The same owner had been running the business continuously for 5 years before selling it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The business is operational (without receivership).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e You and your partner must meet the previous owner in person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e There is consistent evidence regarding fair market value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Commitment to maintaining similar salaries\/working conditions for current employees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e 3) Submission process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) online (scoring system and selection based on province needs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e If selected → receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After the ITA, submit your application according to the following key deadlines:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e20 days: Select and declare the Net Worth Verifier unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 90 days: Submit eNSNP 100 + Business Establishment Plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 180 days: Submit Net Worth Verification Report (+ business purchase documents, if applicable).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Interview → if successful, sign the Business Performance Agreement (BPA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The province issues the letter → you submit your Work Permit to IRCC (within 60 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Once in Nova Scotia, operations will begin (typically expected within 6 months).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After 1 year of operation and compliance with BPA requirements, apply for Nomination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Having received the nomination → apply for PR with IRCC (within 12 months).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e 4) Essential documents to prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Business Establishment Plan (a very detailed business plan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Net Worth Verification Report (asset verification – by a designated entity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Review Engagement \u0026amp; Special Purpose Report (prepared by the Financial Statement Review Service Provider unit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Language test, qualifications, personal identification documents, residency status…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e What support does KeyApply offer for Entrepreneur Stream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eKeyApply provides support based on the principle of \"doing it right - having a clean record - and a viable operational plan,\" focusing on the areas that the province reviews most rigorously:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Orient your business model to the correct, accepted category (avoiding industries that are likely to be disqualified).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Develop a Business Establishment Plan that meets the required provincial structure (finance - human resources - marketing - implementation milestones - legal compliance).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Standardize your financial records to create a smooth Net Worth Verification \u0026amp; 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This stream is for skilled workers who have at least one year of work experience in Nova Scotia and wish to settle permanently there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNote regarding application acceptance: As of 12:00 PM ADT, April 17, 2024, NSNP has a large backlog of applications in the Accommodation and Food Services sector and is temporarily suspending applications for this sector while processing the remaining applications. (Based on the information you provided)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e 1) What does “EOI” mean in this program?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eApplications submitted to the NSNP are considered Expressions of Interest (EOI) and are included in the EOI pool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Nova Scotia will periodically select a number of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to process based on factors such as provincial priority, remaining quota, the number of EOIs in the pool, and program integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e You will only receive confirmation that your application has been selected for processing and moved to the next step; being selected for processing does not mean your application has been approved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e 2) Main conditions for submission\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e You should consider applying if you meet all of the following criteria:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWork experience in Nova Scotia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I have a total of 1,560 hours of work experience in Nova Scotia in the 3 years prior to the application date:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Full-time: 30 hours\/week for 12 months (can be at one or more jobs), or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Part-time: 15 hours\/week for 24 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Experience is not counted if it is:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eself-employed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e I did this while I was a full-time student.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e co-op work terms,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e unpaid internship,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e volunteer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOccupational groups (NOC\/TEER)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Experience must fall under NOC 2021 TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e During your employment, you must complete at least 51% of the main duties assigned to you by the NOC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAge, employment status, education\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 21–55 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Once you gain experience, you will be allowed to work legally in Canada (for example, with a work permit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Must have a high school diploma or post-secondary education certificate (from within or outside Canada).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eForeign language (test results must be submitted)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e You must submit the results of one of the accepted tests, even if your native language is English or French: IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General, PTE Core, TEF Canada, TCF Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e TEER 0–1: minimum 7 goals per club\/NCLC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e TEER 2–3: Minimum Club\/National Team 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eThe exam results must be within 2 years of the submission date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinances \u0026amp; 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