Newfoundland and Labrador Skilled Worker Stream

This category is for international workers and prospective immigrants who have skills that are beneficial to the labour market. Eligible applicants are required to have a guaranteed offer of employment from a local employer, or be currently working in the province on a valid work permit. Employers must also demonstrate a need for the applicant’s skill set.

A full-time job or job offer. The job or job offer should be for at least two years with the possibility of extension, from an eligible Newfoundland and Labrador employer. Pay should be in the form of a salary and benefits package that meets provincial employment standards and prevailing wage rates.
Qualifications, training, skills, and/or accreditation required for the job;
Be 21 to 59 years old
An (IRCC) Work Permit with at least 4 months remaining at time of application, or are entitled to apply for one;
The intention and ability to settle permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador;
Sufficient settlement funds and financial resources to successfully establish yourself and any dependents in Newfoundland and Labrador;
English or French language capability to perform the employment duties. Occupations classified in NOC Code C or D will have to meet Minimum Language Requirements;
If you are an In-Canada Refugee Claimant, one main requirement of both the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) is that you have a valid temporary resident status in Canada. The open work permit granted to you while you await the result of your refugee claim does not give the required temporary status that is required for you to be able to apply for PNP OR AIPP from within Canada. Thus, you must apply for PNP or AIPP from outside Canada;
If the applicant has an ownership stake in a business in which they are employed, then the applicant’s share of ownership cannot exceed 10%.

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