New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) is a unique provincial immigration program in Canada as the province is officially bilingual (French and English). The NBPNP offers several streams to attract skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates who will contribute to the economy and cultural diversity of the province. New Brunswick particularly seeks French-speaking candidates for its Acadian communities and workers in healthcare, technology, aquaculture, and tourism sectors. Cities like Moncton, Saint John, and Fredericton offer an excellent quality of life to cost ratio with a vibrant French-speaking community.
Who is this program for
The NBPNP targets skilled workers with a job offer from a New Brunswick employer, Express Entry candidates with skills sought in the province, post-secondary graduates from New Brunswick, French-speaking or bilingual (French/English) candidates, entrepreneurs with experience and funds to start or acquire a business, and workers in shortage sectors like healthcare, skilled trades, transportation, and information technology.
Main criteria
Process steps
1. Choose an appropriate stream
Assess your eligibility and choose from: Skilled Workers with Employer Support, Express Entry Labour Market Stream, Strategic Initiative (francophone), Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream, or Entrepreneurial Stream.
2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
Create an online account and submit your EOI in the NBPNP system. You will be ranked according to a points system including your language skills, education, and experience.
3. Receive an invitation to apply
If your profile is selected in a draw or through your employer, you will receive an invitation to submit a complete application.
4. Submit complete application
Prepare and submit your file with all required documents within the prescribed timeframe (usually 60 days).
5. Obtain provincial nomination
If approved, you receive a provincial nomination from New Brunswick. This adds 600 points to your Express Entry profile or allows you to apply for PR through the PNP stream.
6. Apply for permanent residence to IRCC
With your nomination, submit your permanent residence application to IRCC within the prescribed timeframes.
Typical documents
This list is not exhaustive. Required documents may vary depending on your situation.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ⚠️Misunderstanding of language requirements (French vs English)
- ⚠️Invalid job offer or not meeting criteria
- ⚠️Incomplete work experience documentation
- ⚠️Not submitting application within deadline after invitation
- ⚠️Non-genuine intention to settle in New Brunswick
Processing time
Estimated time. May vary based on application volume.
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