The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) is an immigration program designed to attract skilled workers, business investors, and their families to the Northwest Territories (NWT). The program aims to address the territory’s labor market needs and support economic development by nominating individuals who have the skills, experience, and intent to live and work in the NWT.
Streams of NTNP
Employer-Driven Stream
- Express Entry System: For candidates in the federal Express Entry pool with a job offer from an NWT employer.
- Skilled Worker: For skilled workers with a job offer in a NOC Skill Level 0, A, or B occupation.
- Critical Impact Worker: For semi-skilled or unskilled workers with a job offer in a NOC Skill Level C or D occupation.
Business Stream
- Entrepreneur: For experienced business owners or senior managers who want to establish a new business or purchase an existing business in the NWT.
Eligibility Criteria
Express Entry System:
- Accepted into the federal Express Entry pool.
- Full-time, indeterminate job offer from an NWT employer.
- Meet the minimum requirements of the Express Entry system, including language proficiency and settlement funds.
Skilled Worker:
- Full-time, indeterminate job offer in a NOC Skill Level 0, A, or B occupation.
- Relevant education, training, and experience.
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB 5).
Critical Impact Worker:
- Full-time, indeterminate job offer in a NOC Skill Level C or D occupation.
- Worked for the employer for at least six months.
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB 4).
Entrepreneur:
- Minimum three years of business ownership or senior management experience.
- Minimum personal net worth of CAD 500,000.
- Minimum investment of CAD 300,000 in a business in Yellowknife or CAD 150,000 outside Yellowknife.
- Business plan outlining the proposed business activities.
Required Documents
General Documents
- Passport: Valid passport and travel documents.
- Job Offer: Offer letter and contract from an NWT employer.
- Work Experience: Reference letters, employment records.
- Education: Diplomas, degrees, transcripts.
- Language Proficiency: Test results (IELTS, CELPIP).
- Proof of Funds: Bank statements, and financial documents.
Specific Documents for Business Stream
- Business Plan: Detailed business proposal.
- Net Worth Statement: Verified by a third-party service provider.
- Investment Documents: Proof of available funds.
Application Process
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Business Stream: Create an EOI profile online and submit it for review.
- Employer-Driven Stream: Not applicable.
Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)
- Business Stream: High-scoring candidates receive an ITA.
- Employer-Driven Stream: Proceed directly to the application stage with a valid job offer.
Submit Full Application
- Complete the application form and submit all required documents.
- Employer-Driven Stream: Submit the application to the NTNP.
- Business Stream: Submit a detailed application within 90 days of receiving an ITA.
Application Assessment
- NTNP officials review the application.
- Attend an interview or provide additional information if required.
Receive Nomination
- Successful applicants receive a nomination certificate from the NWT.
Apply for Permanent Residency
- Use the nomination to apply for permanent residency through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Costs
| Category | Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| EOI Submission (Business Stream) | Free |
| NTNP Application | Free |
| Net Worth Verification (Business Stream) | Varies (approx. 3,000-5,000) |
Visa Processing Time
- NTNP Assessment: Approximately 6 months from application submission to nomination.
- IRCC Processing: Approximately 12-18 months for permanent residency processing after nomination.
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