Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)

Prince Edward Island is one of the Eastern- most islands of Canada and is known for its pastoral scenery and enormous job opportunities.

With an aim to increase the economic benefits of immigration to Prince Edward Island (PEI), The Prince Edward Island Office of Immigration (The Office) administers provincial immigration pathways in partnership with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Immigration Pathways

·         Provincial Nominee Program: Skilled Worker, Critical Worker, PEI International Graduate

·         PEI Express Entry: Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades and Canadian Experience Class

(A)  Prince Edward Island (PEI) Provincial Nominee Program

For those who are seeking permanent residency in Prince Edward Island, one pathway is to be nominated to the federal government through the various streams of PEI Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

 Eligibility Requirements to apply under various streams of PEI PNP

1. Skilled Worker Stream

To be eligible for Skilled Worker, candidate must:

·         have a full‐time, permanent or minimum of two years job offer from a PEI employer in a high skilled occupation in NOC skill level 0, A, or B;

·         have minimum two years of full‐time work experience in the last five years;

·         have a valid work permit to be working in Canada;

·         have successfully completed a post‐secondary degree or diploma (minimum two year program);

·         age between 18 and 59;

·         have sufficient English and/or French language skills to perform the job offered;

·         hold sufficient financial resources/funds to establish themselves and their family in PEI; and

·         demonstrate a genuine intention to live and work in PEI.

2. Critical Worker Stream

To be eligible for the PEI Critical Worker stream, applicant must:

·       have a full‐time, non-seasonal (i.e. permanent or minimum of two years) job offer from a PEI employer in an intermediate-skilled position in NOC skill level C or D;

·         have at least six months of full‐time work experience with a PEI employer;

·         have a valid work permit and legal status in Canada;

·         hold a minimum secondary school diploma;

·         age between 18 and 59;

·         have at least two years of full‐time work experience or relevant education in the last five years;

·         possess sufficient English/French language skills equivalent to CLB/NCLC 4;

·         hold sufficient financial resources/funds to establish themselves and their family in PEI; and

·         demonstrate a genuine intention to live and work in PEI.

3. International Graduate Stream

To be eligible to apply for the PEI International Graduate stream, candidates must:

·         hold a post‐secondary degree or diploma from a publicly‐funded PEI post‐secondary institution;

·         have a full‐time, non-seasonal (permanent or minimum of two years) job offer from a PEI employer;

·         have a valid post‐graduate work permit and legal status in Canada;

·         be able to attend an interview with immigration department, if required;

·         have sufficient English and/or French language ability to perform the job offered;

·         age between 18 and 59;

·         hold sufficient financial resources/funds to establish themselves and their family in PEI; and

·         demonstrate a genuine intention to live and work in PEI.

(B)   Prince Edward Island – Express Entry

The Express Entry stream of PEI PNP is for candidates with a profile in the federal Express Entry system.

Express Entry candidates, who would like to be considered for a provincial nomination from the province, need to create a separate Expression of Interest (EOI) profile with the PEI PNP.

These profiles are given a score on the basis of information provided in their EOI based on factors such as education, work experience and proficiency in English or French. The highest-ranked candidates are invited to apply for a provincial nomination through regular draws.

A provincial nomination will provide additional points in your Federal Express Entry profile. Prince Edward Island prioritizes invitations issued through Express Entry for applicants working and living in the province.

Eligible applicants can be invited for nomination by Prince Edward Island in one of the federal programs:

•        Federal Skilled Worker Program ;

•        Federal Skilled Trades Program; or

•        Canadian Experience Class

PEI PNP – Step By Step Process

Step 1: Assess Your Eligibility

Before creating a profile in the provincial Expression of Interest (EOI) system, applicants are required to check the program criteria to ensure they meet the essential eligibility requirements.

Step 2: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile

Candidates who meet program criteria and are interested in applying to the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) must submit a profile in PEIPNP’s online Expression of Interest (EOI) system.

Step 3: Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)

Eligible candidates, who receive a provincial nomination, will be contacted by PEI PNP through an email that will include their file number and a link to PEI PNP’s Workforce Application Form. Invited candidates will then have up to 60 days from the date of invitation to complete their online application form.

Step 4: Prepare the Application

Candidates who receive invitations to apply, must submit their Workforce Application Form electronically through PEI’s online service and gather all completed forms and required supporting documents.

Step 5: Submit the Application

The online applications will then be received by the immigration department. Applicants will receive a secure link to upload their supporting documents within two business days of their submission. Once all of the scanned documents are uploaded, their application is considered complete and will begin processing.