Provincial Nominee Program
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) allow Canadian provinces and territories to nominate individuals for permanent residence based on local labor market needs.
What is PNP?
Each Canadian province and territory (except Quebec) operates its own Provincial Nominee Program with specific streams targeting particular groups such as students, business people, skilled workers, and semi-skilled workers.
Popular PNP Streams
Ontario (OINP)
- Human Capital Priorities
- Employer Job Offer
- Masters Graduate Stream
- PhD Graduate Stream
British Columbia (BC PNP)
- Skilled Worker
- International Graduate
- Entry Level & Semi-Skilled
- Entrepreneur Immigration
Benefits of PNP
- +600 CRS Points – Provincial nomination adds 600 points to your Express Entry score
- Lower Requirements – Some streams have lower language and education requirements
- Direct Path to PR – Some programs operate outside Express Entry
- Job Specific – Many streams align with specific job offers
How We Help
- Identify the best PNP stream for your profile
- Prepare complete nomination applications
- Coordinate with provincial governments
- Handle Express Entry integration
- Support through to permanent residence
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which province should I apply to?
A: The best province depends on your occupation, work experience, education, and language skills. We analyze your profile against all provincial criteria to identify your best options.
Q: How long does PNP take?
A: Processing times vary by province. Some streams process nominations in 2-3 months, while others may take 6-12 months. After nomination, federal processing takes an additional 6 months.
Q: Can I live anywhere in Canada after PNP?
A: While you must intend to live in the nominating province, once you become a permanent resident, you have the right to live anywhere in Canada.