Regional Immigration
Atlantic Immigration Program
The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) helps employers in Atlantic Canada hire qualified candidates who want to immigrate and international graduates who want to stay after graduation.
Atlantic Canada Provinces
Nova Scotia
Halifax
- Ocean lifestyle
- Growing tech sector
- Affordable housing
New Brunswick
Fredericton / Moncton
- Bilingual (EN/FR)
- Low cost of living
- Family-friendly
Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown
- Smallest province
- Tight-knit community
- Natural beauty
Newfoundland & Labrador
St. John's
- Unique culture
- Oil & gas industry
- Stunning landscapes
AIP Categories
Three categories based on your skills and education level.
Atlantic High-Skilled Program
- Job offer from designated employer (TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3)
- 1 year of work experience in last 5 years
- High school education or equivalent
- CLB 5 (or NCLC 5 for French)
Ideal for: Skilled professionals with job offer
Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program
- Job offer from designated employer (TEER 4)
- 1 year of work experience in last 5 years
- High school education or equivalent
- CLB 4 (or NCLC 4 for French)
Ideal for: Semi-skilled workers with job offer
Atlantic International Graduate Program
- Job offer from designated employer
- 2-year degree from Atlantic institution
- Studied full-time for at least 2 years
- CLB 5 (or NCLC 5 for French)
Ideal for: Recent graduates from Atlantic schools
Why Choose the Atlantic Program?
12-Month Processing
Faster processing times compared to other immigration programs.
Settlement Support
Mandatory settlement plan helps you integrate into your new community.
Employer-Driven
Job offer required means you have employment waiting for you.
Growing Region
Atlantic Canada is actively seeking immigrants to grow its economy.
Application Process
Find Employer
Get job offer from designated employer
Get Endorsement
Province endorses your application
Settlement Plan
Complete settlement plan with provider
Apply PR
Submit PR application to IRCC
Become PR
Receive permanent residence
Start Your Atlantic Journey
Let us help you find an employer and navigate the Atlantic Immigration Program.