Newfoundland

1) Express Entry Skilled Worker Category

This category is for applicants who:

• – Have a profile in the federal Express Entry Pool
• – Have a high-skilled job offer from an eligible Newfoundland & Labrador employer for at least two years with the possibility of extension.
• – Salary and benefits must meet provincial standards and prevailing wage rates.

2) Skilled Worker Category

This category is for individuals who have a guaranteed offer of employment from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer, or who are already working in the province on a valid Work Permit. To be eligible to submit an application under this program, you must:

• – Have a full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer;**
• – Have a Citizenship and Immigration Canada Work Permit or be entitled to apply for one;
• – Have the qualifications, training, skills, and/or accreditation required for the job;
• – Demonstrate the intention and ability to settle permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador;
• – Demonstrate that you have sufficient settlement funds and financial resources to successfully establish yourself and any dependents in Newfoundland and Labrador;
• – Your employer (or future employer) can demonstrate a need for your skillset; and
• – Demonstrate sufficient English or French language capability to perform employment duties. 

4) Priority Skills NL

Priority Skills NL is aimed at candidates with work experience in occupations in demand in Newfoundland and Labrador, plus a high level of education and language ability. 

Candidates must complete an Expression of Interest and those with the highest scores and greatest interest from employers are invited to apply to the NL PNP.

5) International Graduate Entrepreneur Category

The International Graduate Entrepreneur category is aimed at graduates of Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic who have already started or bought a local business.

6) International Entrepreneur Category

The International Entrepreneur category is intended for experienced business owners or senior business managers who wish to permanently reside in Newfoundland and Labrador.

7) Atlantic Immigration Pilot

The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is a joint federal-provincial program targeting skilled workers and international students.

It is an employer-driven immigration program.