The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate skilled workers who match their local labour market needs. A provincial nomination significantly boosts your chances of Permanent Residence, adding 600 extra CRS points when linked to Express Entry.
Key Features:
Nomination by a specific Canadian province or territory.
Targets skilled workers matching local labour market demand.
Can be applied directly or through an Express Entry-linked stream.
Adds 600 CRS points when linked to Express Entry.
Significantly increases your chances of receiving an ITA.
Leads to full Canadian Permanent Residence (COPR).
Each province sets its own eligibility streams and criteria.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
Choose a province whose requirements match their education, occupation, and work experience.
Hold valid education credentials relevant to the chosen stream.
Take an approved language test (IELTS or CELPIP).
Have relevant skilled work experience.
Meet the selected province’s specific eligibility criteria.
Meet medical examination requirements.
Provide a police clearance certificate
Application Process:
Check your eligibility and choose a matching province.
Submit an application directly to the province or through an Express Entry-linked PNP stream.
Receive your provincial nomination upon approval.
Apply for Canadian Permanent Residence using your nomination.
Complete medical exams, police checks, and submit supporting documents.
Receive your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
Working Process
Provincial Nominee Programs – 4 Step Process
1
Free Eligibility Check
Confirm which province matches your education and work experience.
Provincial Application
We submit your application to the province or Express Entry-linked stream.
2
3
Nomination & PR Application
We secure your provincial nomination and lodge your PR application.
Checks & PR Approval
We handle medical and security checks and guide you to your COPR.
4
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Questions & Answer
The Provincial Nominee Program lets a Canadian province nominate you based on their labour market needs, adding 600 CRS points and boosting your PR chances.
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PNP allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate skilled workers who match their local labour market needs, offering a strong pathway to Permanent Residence.
If your nomination is linked to Express Entry, you receive 600 additional CRS points, making it far more likely you'll receive an Invitation to Apply for PR.
Generally, you should apply to the province whose stream best matches your profile, as most provinces require you to meet their specific criteria before nominating you.
You use your nomination to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence, complete medical and security checks, and then receive your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) upon approval.