Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

How to Apply for the Provincial Nominee Programs​

You may have an opportunity to fast track your Canadian permanent residence by applying for one of the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Learn more below and fill out our immigration assessment form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours to discuss your eligibility and options.

Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs 2022 (PNP Programs)

Applicants for Canadian work visas under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) enjoy a speedy visa application process. Intending immigrants under PNP should have the necessary skills, proper education, sufficient work experience, and a passing language examination result for semi or low-skilled trades or professions.

To qualify under the Provincial Nominee Program, a Canadian province or territory must nominate an applicant. Many Canadian provinces have an arrangement with the national Government of Canada in order to carry out their prerogative of nominating immigrant workers who would like to establish themselves in their respective province.

What are Provincial Nominee Programs?

PNP Canada programs allow Canadian provinces to nominate individuals for immigration to their province based on criteria set by the provincial government. Successful applicants obtain a provincial nomination, which may then be used to apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence.

What Canadian Provinces Offer PNP's?

Currently, there are eleven territories that are participating in the program. Criteria and eligibilities vary depending on the place of nomination.
YearTargeted Numbers
202067,800
202171,300
202273,000

The Latest PNP Canada Draws and Updates

Follow our page for live updates on Canada’s PNP draws and updates in 2022. All eleven territories have draws and updates that will be listed on the page. There are more than 80 PNP immigration streams so stay connected to this page to know the latest draws and updates of 2022 Provincial Nominee Programs.

What is the Express Entry Stream of PNP?

This Express Entry stream is aligned with federal express entry system. Under this stream Canadian provinces are allowed to select the candidates from express entry pool and notify them to apply for their Provincial Nominee Program.

Express Entry vs PNP: Which One Should I Choose for Canada Permanent Residency?

Many people who are interested in Canadian PR ask this question, which program they should apply for. Express Entry is by far the most popular and typically the fastest program to obtain Canadian Permanent Residency. The Express Entry program calculates a score for each applicants depending on a collection of categories. However, if your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) is low, you can plan to apply in any of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for Canada. Many PNPs accept the applicants even with low CRS score.

Find out how to improve your CRS score for Express Entry and PNP.

How to Apply for Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

While the immigration process in general is confusing the PNP doesn’t have to be. There are several steps that you can take to start the process for applying for a PNP no matter which Province you are applying for.

Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility

Step 2: Start the Application Process

Step 3: Check the Processing Times

Step 4: Provide Required Documents

Step 5: Prepare Your Arrival to Canada or Apply Again With Corrections to Application

Which PNP Require the Lowest IELTS Score?

Both Saskatchewan and Manitoba require the lowest IELTS out of all the Canadian provinces.

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is key selection parameter in Canada immigration system. The immigration authorities verify the English proficiency level of an applicant based on their IELTS Test result. IELTS is a globally recognized and accepted English language proficiency test.

Saskatchewan Province of Canada accepts the applicants with low IELTS score requirement for its Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). The SINP require minimum CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) 4 score in IELTS. Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) of Manitoba Province also need low IELTS level, i.e. CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) 4 score.

What to Expect When Applying for the PNP

Once nominated by a province or territory, the next step is to file a PR (Permanent Residence) application with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). The CIC will then evaluate your application and supporting documents based on Canadian immigration rules.

Why Seeking Professional Help with PNPs is Important

The Provincial Nominee Program is a great opportunity for foreigners to gain permanent residence in Canada. However, since the criteria for PNP differ in every province or territory, an applicant cannot afford to make a single error. Consulting with a legal professional from Canada will help you understand what province might be the best option for your application bid, and what specific requirements are necessary.

Why Hire Us to Help with Your PNP Application?

While the procedures for applying for a PNP may seem uncomplicated, some applicants apply without seeking any help from an immigration lawyer, thinking that they can “do it themselves.”

For PNPs, there is a higher risk of refusal in cases where the application is not properly prepared. The standards are very high. The documentation and processes involved in successfully obtaining a PNP are complex and usually require legal expertise. We have helped thousands of individuals and their families successfully immigrate to Canada through the Provincial Nominee Program. Our experienced immigration lawyers will be able to assess your case and recommend a course of action to best serve your needs, be it for Nova Scotia, Ontario, BC, or another major province.

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