Immigrating to Nova Scotia
You may also send requests for more information on the Canada Experience Class directly to the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration at CEC@gov.ns.ca
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The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is the first step in a two-step application process for a permanent resident visa to Canada. It is used to recruit and select immigrants who intend to settle in Nova Scotia.
Step 1: Apply to the Nova Scotia Nominee Program
The NSNP allows the Government of Nova Scotia to nominate applicants who can meet the province’s labour market and economic needs. The processing time for eligible applications can be completed within two months. Nominated applicants, along with their spouse and dependents, may become permanent residents following approval by the Canadian government.
Step 2: Apply to Citizenship and Immigration Canada for a permanent resident visa
If you are nominated by the Province of Nova Scotia, you may then apply to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for a permanent resident visa. In some cases, you may be asked to go for an interview. You, your spouse and dependents must meet requirements for medical, security and criminal admissibility. CIC has the final authority to issue a permanent resident visa.
You willl find additional information on the following link Provincial nominees.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. Language Standards and Mandatory Testing
As of May 1st, 2013, applicants in NOC skill levels C and D occupations must submit official language results with their application to the NSNP. This is to meet requirements from Citizenship and Immigration Canada. For additional information about standards, please see http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/provincial/index.asp
2. Centralized Intake Office of Provincial Nominees
As of December 1st, 2011, once you have been nominated by the Government of Nova Scotia, you must submit your application for permanent residence to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada Centralized Intake Office.
Please note that there are additional forms to submit with your federal application as seen on the checklist at www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5690E.pdf
The addresses for this office are:
Mailing Address:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Provincial Nominee Program
Centralized Intake Office
PO BOX 1450
Sydney, NS B1P 0C9
Canada
Courier:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Provincial Nominee Program
Centralized Intake Office
47-49 Dorchester Street
Sydney, NS B1P 5Z2
Canada
Nova Scotia Nominee Program Streams
The Nova Scotia Nominee Program streams are open to qualified skilled workers and other immigrants who meet community needs.
Skilled Worker
For skilled workers who have a full-time job offer from a Nova Scotia employer.
International Graduate
The International Graduate stream will be closing on March 28, 2013. The Nova Scotia Office of Immigration will be accepting applications until March 28, 2013. If you are an international graduate and plan to apply by March 28, 2013, you must ensure that your application is complete, with language test results (if applicable) and a full time, permanent job offer from a Nova Scotia employer with you whom you have been employed for at least three consecutive months at the time of your application. After March 28, 2013, international graduates interested in gaining permanent residence status in Canada are encouraged to apply through the federal Canada Experience Class. Click here for more information http://www.novascotiaimmigration.com/cec
You may also send requests for more information on the Canada Experience Class directly to the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration at CEC@gov.ns.ca
Community IdentifiedFor individuals who have significant employment prospects, have a strong connection to a particular Nova Scotia community and have received a Letter of Identification from an Office of Immigration mandated organization.
Family Business Worker
For workers who have received a full-time job offer from a Nova Scotia business owned by a close relative.
Agri-Food Sector
The Agri-Food Sector pilot is closed as of February 15, 2013. Individuals are encouraged to apply through the federal Self-Employed category.Click here for more information http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/business/self-employed/index.asp
