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Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program
Check our table summary of all PEI PNP streams, with their main criteria, their applicant fees, etc.
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PEI PNP (Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program) targets immigrant aspirants based on their skills and willingness to establish themselves economically in the province, and on the current in-demand occupations that are needed in PEI.
The PEI PNP is one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), with one category for workers and international graduates and an additional one for Business Impact entrepreneurs.
The PEI PNP is one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), with one category for workers and international graduates and an additional one for Business Impact entrepreneurs.
Choosing Prince Edward Island Immigration
Prince Edward Island, one of the four Atlantic provinces, is the smallest province in terms of land and population in Canada. Agriculture (mainly fishery) and tourism remain the most preponderant industries in the province. Prince Edward Island offers very exciting opportunities for new immigrants wanting to settle in the province.
Apart from some federal programs, the province has its own immigration streams. Only one of the PEI PNP streams is Express Entry aligned. Indeed, a successful application leading to a provincial nomination will grant the applicant 600 additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This will then lead the applicant to automatically obtain an invitation to apply (ITA) in the following Express Entry draw.
The rest of the streams are non-aligned Express Entry streams, there is no need to be in the pool. There are streams for Skilled Workers and International Graduates with job offers in the province, and for investors.
Apart from some federal programs, the province has its own immigration streams. Only one of the PEI PNP streams is Express Entry aligned. Indeed, a successful application leading to a provincial nomination will grant the applicant 600 additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This will then lead the applicant to automatically obtain an invitation to apply (ITA) in the following Express Entry draw.
The rest of the streams are non-aligned Express Entry streams, there is no need to be in the pool. There are streams for Skilled Workers and International Graduates with job offers in the province, and for investors.
Overview of Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Programs
| Stream | Main Criteria (not exhaustive) | Job Offer Required? | Aligned with Express Entry | Application Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category: Labour Impact | ||||
| PEI Express Entry | Be in the Express Entry pool as a FSW, FST or CEC candidate Strong ties to PEI increase chances (family, past or current work, studies, valid job offer, etc.) | No | Yes | $300 |
| Skilled Workers on PEI | Score at least 50 points on the Labour Impact Self-Assessment Have a valid work permit Have a full-time, min 2-year job offer from a PEI employer in NOC skill type/level 0, A, or B | Yes | No | $300 |
| Skilled Workers outside Canada | Score at least 50 points on the Labour Impact Self-Assessment Have a full-time, min 2-year job offer from a PEI employer in NOC skill type/level 0, A, or B | Yes | No | $300 |
| Critical Workers | Score at least 50 points on the Labour Impact Self-Assessment Have a full-time, min 2-year job offer from a PEI employer in NOC skill level C or D. Eligible occupations: transport truck drivers (NOC 7511), customer service representatives (NOC 6551 & 6552), labourers (Minor group 961), food and beverage servers (NOC 6513), or housekeepers (NOC 6731) | Yes | No | $300 |
| International Graduates | Score at least 50 points on the Labour Impact Self-Assessment Have a full-time, min 2-year job offer from a PEI employer in NOC skill type/level 0, A, or B Completed a post-secondary degree or diploma (minimum 2-year program) from an accredited PEI post-secondary institution and minimum 6 months experience with a PEI employer | Yes | No | $300 |
| Category: Business Impact | ||||
| Work Permit | Past business-ownership or management experience Score a minimum of 50 points on Business Impact Self-Assessment Min net worth of $600,000 and min investment of $150,000 Nomination only after satisfying to the terms of the agreement | No | No | $10,000 |
| 100% Ownership | Past business-ownership or management experience Score a minimum of 50 points on the Business Impact Self-Assessment Min net worth of $600,000 and min investment of $150,000 Submit escrow of $200,000, including the $150,000 investment | No | No | $10,000 |
| Partial Ownership | Past business-ownership or management experience Score a minimum of 50 points on the Business Impact Self-Assessment Min net worth of $600,000 and min investment of $150,000 Submit escrow of $200,000, including the $150,000 investment | No | No | $10,000 |