New Brunswick is popular among Canada’s northern maritime provinces for multiple reasons. It is the only province in Canada that is officially considered to be bilingual. 30% of the population in New Brunswick identify their first language as French.
The NBPNP initiative by the province targets skilled and experienced workers who are offered the opportunity of immigration to New Brunswick. A provincial nomination certificate is issued to those who are eligible. Immigrants seeking permanent residence in Canada could benefit from this certification.
Overview of New Brunswick
The New Brunswick province is close to the State of Maine located in the US. It is located south of Quebec (right below the Gaspé Peninsula). Unlike the larger provinces, the cost of living here is considerably lower. There is no lack of optimal job opportunities for the qualified. Immigrants can choose the lifestyle that best suits them as New Brunswick has it all. It has dainty towns with beautiful rivers and landscapes. You also have big cities- Saint John and Fredericton, to name a couple. This province, with its numerous recreational opportunities, is anything but boring.
If you are interested in moving to New Brunswick, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) might be right for you. Here are the five existing immigration categories that the NBPNP currently offers:
Express Entry Stream
NBPNP gathers data from the federal Express Entry Immigration Selection System to access information about potential immigrants. The needs of the province in terms of demography and occupational demands are matched against the profiles.
Qualification Criteria
- Your express entry profile must be active.
- You currently reside in the province.
- You have a Job Seeker Validation Code, or you can prove that you are eligible for a post-graduate work permit (by being enrolled in a post-secondary institution approved by the Federal Government).
- Your English/French language test scores are satisfactory and are equal to level 07 of the Canadian Language Benchmark.
Skilled Workers Stream
This is apt for those who hold a job offer (permanent, full-time) from a New Brunswick employer.
Qualification Criteria
- You should have proof of intent to reside in the province.
- You should possess a permanent and full-time job offer from an employer (who is eligible to offer such jobs according to government regulations).
- You should have a letter of support from your future employer.
- You should be between 19 and 55 years of age at the time of application.
- You must meet the minimum educational criteria: Canadian High School Diploma or a foreign credential of the same value.
- Your English/French language test scores are satisfactory and are equal to level 04 of the Canadian Language Benchmark.
Business Immigration Stream
If you plan on starting and funding a business in New Brunswick, the business immigration stream is apt for you.
Qualification Criteria
- Before you submit your Expression of Interest, you must prove that you have a viable connection to the province.
- Your net worth should be a minimum of C$600000. At least half of this should be available readily for investment.
- Minimum academic qualifications: Academic Degree following 3 years of full-time studies or Vocational Degree following 2 years of full-time study.
- Your age must not be below 22 or above 55 during the time of application.
- Your English/French language test scores are satisfactory and are equal to level 05 of the Canadian Language Benchmark.
Strategic Initiative Stream
If you are confident about your skills in the French language and can meet the required criteria, this is a great option for you.
Qualification Criteria
- You must be willing to live and work in the province of New Brunswick.
- You must meet the minimum educational criteria: Canadian High School Diploma or a foreign credential of the same value.
- You should be able to establish a qualifying connection to the province.
- You must be financially capable of meeting the minimum required funds for settlement.
- Your age must not be below 19 or above 55 during the time of application.
- Your French scores must be equal to ‘5’ in NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens).
Atlantic Immigration Program
Atlantic Canada needs foreign workers and is on the constant lookout for them. To deal with the shortages in the labor market, the Canadian Government has a few provinces working alongside to recruit suitable personnel. You can apply to the Atlantic Immigration Program whether you temporarily reside in Canada or live abroad. A valid job offer from an eligible employer is necessary.
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