Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) – Express Entry

• • What is Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

    The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) stands as a collaborative effort between the Canadian federal government and the Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. This initiative aims to address demographic challenges, labor market shortages, and regional economic development by attracting skilled immigrants and their families to Canada’s Atlantic region. Through various streams and pathways, the AIP offers opportunities for individuals to settle and contribute to the vibrant communities and growing economies of Canada’s eastern provinces.

    The Atlantic Immigration Program presents numerous benefits for both immigrants and the Atlantic provinces. For immigrants, it provides a pathway to Canadian permanent residency and eventual citizenship, offering opportunities for career advancement, quality education, and a high standard of living in a welcoming and diverse community. For the Atlantic provinces, the program addresses labor market shortages, fosters economic growth, and promotes cultural diversity, contributing to the overall prosperity and vitality of the region.

  • The AIP consists of the following streams:

    • – Atlantic International Graduate Program: This stream targets international students who have completed their education at a designated post-secondary institution in one of the Atlantic provinces. Eligible graduates can apply for permanent residency without requiring prior work experience, provided they meet other specified criteria.

    • – Atlantic High-Skilled Program: Designed for individuals with high levels of education, skills, and work experience, the Atlantic High-Skilled Program allows eligible candidates to apply for permanent residency in one of the Atlantic provinces. Applicants must have a job offer from a designated employer in the region to qualify under this stream.

    • – Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program: This stream caters to individuals with moderate levels of education, skills, and work experience who have received a job offer from a designated employer in one of the Atlantic provinces. Eligible candidates can apply for permanent residency through this program, contributing to the region’s workforce needs.

    • – Atlantic International Entrepreneur Program: Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to establish or acquire a business in one of the Atlantic provinces can explore opportunities through the Atlantic International Entrepreneur Program. This stream requires applicants to submit a detailed business plan and make a significant investment in the region, with the potential to obtain permanent residency upon meeting specified conditions.

    • – Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP): The Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) is a flagship initiative under the AIP, offering pathways for skilled workers, intermediate-skilled workers, and international graduates to settle in the Atlantic provinces. Employers in the region can directly recruit foreign workers through the AIPP, facilitating faster processing and smoother transitions for newcomers.