The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) is designed to attract and retain skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates to support the economic development and labor market needs of Prince Edward Island (PEI). Successful applicants can obtain Canadian permanent residence through this program.
Streams Overview
Express Entry Stream: For candidates in the federal Express Entry pool who have the skills and experience needed in PEI.
- Skilled Worker Stream: For workers with a job offer in PEI and the necessary skills and experience.
- Critical Worker Stream: For workers in semi-skilled or unskilled occupations in demand in PEI.
- International Graduate Stream: For recent graduates from PEI institutions who have a job offer in the province.
Work Permit Stream: For entrepreneurs who wish to establish and operate a business in PEI.
Eligibility Criteria
- Registered in the federal Express Entry pool.
- Meet PEI’s specific criteria for selection (e.g., work experience, language proficiency, education).
Work Permit Stream:
- Intention to establish and operate a business in PEI.
- Meet investment and net worth thresholds.
- Relevant business management or ownership experience.
- Detailed business plan.
Skilled Worker Stream:
- Full-time job offer in PEI.
- Relevant work experience.
- Post-secondary education.
- Sufficient language proficiency.
Critical Worker Stream:
- Job offer in a critical occupation (e.g., truck drivers, customer service representatives, laborers).
- Relevant work experience.
- High school education.
- Sufficient language proficiency.
International Graduate Stream:
- Job offer in PEI.
- Graduated from a PEI post-secondary institution.
- Relevant work experience.
- Sufficient language proficiency.
Required Documents
- Identity documents: Passport, birth certificate.
- Job offer and employment documents: Employment contract, job offer letter.
- Educational documents: Degrees, diplomas, transcripts.
- Proof of work experience: Reference letters, pay stubs.
- Language proficiency test results: IELTS, CELPIP.
- Proof of funds: Bank statements, financial documents.
- Business documents (for entrepreneurs): Business plan, proof of investment, net worth statements.
- Police certificates: From all countries where the applicant has lived.
- Medical examination: Proof of health examination by an approved panel physician.
Application Process
- Create a profile: Register an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the desired stream.
- Invitation to Apply (ITA): Receive an ITA if you meet the criteria.
- Submit application: Complete the online application and submit all required documents.
- Assessment: PEI PNP reviews the application.
- Nomination: If approved, receive a provincial nomination.
- Apply for Permanent Residence: Submit the nomination to the federal government (IRCC) for processing of permanent residence.
Costs (in CAD)
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Express Entry Stream | $300 |
| Labour Impact Category | $300 |
| Business Impact Category (Work Permit) | $10,000 (application fee) |
| Language Test (IELTS) | $300 |
| Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) | $200 – $300 |
| Police Certificates | Varies by country |
| Medical Examination | $200 – $400 |
Visa Processing Time
- PEI PNP Processing Time: Approximately 3-6 months from the receipt of a complete application.
- IRCC Processing Time: 6-8 months for permanent residence after receiving the provincial nomination.
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