🇨🇦 Canada Immigration by Province & Territory

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Skilled workers with in-demand experience
• International graduates in Canada
• Some entrepreneur / business categories (if available)

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Skilled Worker / Employer-based streams
• International Graduate streams
• Entrepreneur / Business Immigration streams

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Choose a stream that matches your profile (job offer, experience, language, education).
• Apply to the province (often through an online portal).
• If nominated, apply for Permanent Residence (PR) to the federal government (IRCC).

ℹ️ Notes

• Always check opening/closing of streams and required documents on the official portal.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Skilled workers aligned with Alberta labour needs
• Candidates with employer connections (job offer) where required
• Entrepreneurs / rural or business categories (if available)

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Worker streams (often tied to Alberta demand)
• Rural / regional streams (where applicable)
• Business / entrepreneur streams

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Confirm stream requirements (occupation, job offer, work permit, language).
• Apply to Alberta for nomination.
• Use nomination to apply to IRCC for PR.

ℹ️ Notes

• Stream names and criteria can change—verify on Alberta’s official page before applying.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Skilled workers in occupations Saskatchewan needs
• Candidates who can submit an EOI (Expression of Interest) if required
• Applicants with job offers (depending on stream)

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• International Skilled Worker (often EOI-based)
• Skilled Worker with job offer streams
• Entrepreneur / Farm owner/operator streams (if available)

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Check if SINP requires EOI for your route.
• Submit EOI / apply when invited (if that applies).
• After nomination, apply for PR to IRCC.

ℹ️ Notes

• EOI draws and eligible occupations may change over time.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Candidates with ties to Manitoba (work, study, family/friends, invitations)
• Skilled workers with in-demand experience
• International graduates in Manitoba

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Skilled Workers in Manitoba
• Skilled Workers Overseas (often with ties)
• International Education streams
• Business Investor streams

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Create an online profile (if required) and follow Manitoba instructions.
• Provide proof of ties / employability.
• After nomination, apply for PR to IRCC.

ℹ️ Notes

• Manitoba frequently emphasizes settlement plans and ties to the province.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Skilled workers and international students in Ontario
• Express Entry-aligned candidates (if invited)
• Employers and businesses supporting talent needs

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Employer Job Offer streams
• Graduate streams
• Express Entry-aligned streams (by invitation)
• Entrepreneur stream (where available)

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Track Ontario’s updates and program openings.
• Apply / respond to invitations depending on the stream.
• After nomination, apply to IRCC for PR.

ℹ️ Notes

• Ontario invitations can target specific occupations or profiles.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• People who want to live specifically in Quebec
• Skilled workers under Quebec’s selection process

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Skilled Worker selection process (Quebec)
• Other Quebec programs (check official portal)

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Quebec selects candidates first (Quebec process).
• After Quebec selection, you apply for PR to IRCC (federal stage).
• Use Quebec’s official online services (where applicable).

ℹ️ Notes

• Quebec is not part of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

🔗 Extra official links

• Quebec online immigration services
• IRCC: Quebec-selected skilled workers (federal stage)

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Skilled workers aligned with NB labour needs
• Applicants with job offers (for some routes)
• People interested in Atlantic pathways

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Provincial nomination streams (NBPNP)
• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) with employer designation

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Check NB streams and eligibility.
• If using AIP: secure a job offer from a designated employer, then follow AIP steps.
• Apply for PR to IRCC after provincial endorsement / nomination (depending on route).

ℹ️ Notes

• Atlantic Canada also has the federal Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

🔗 Extra official links

• IRCC Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Candidates whose experience matches NS labour needs
• Applicants with job offers (for some routes)
• People using Atlantic pathways

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Nova Scotia nomination streams
• AIP (Atlantic Immigration Program) pathways

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Review NSNP stream criteria and opening periods.
• If AIP: job offer from designated employer + settlement plan steps.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC.

ℹ️ Notes

• Some NS pathways open/close quickly—watch official announcements.

🔗 Extra official links

• IRCC Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Employer-driven candidates
• Skilled workers and graduates who can settle in PEI
• People considering Atlantic provinces

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Work permit / employer-based nomination streams
• Graduate pathways (where available)
• AIP (Atlantic Immigration Program) employer route

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Confirm eligibility and PEI’s intake process.
• If AIP: designated employer job offer route.
• Apply for PR to IRCC after the provincial step.

ℹ️ Notes

• PEI is one of the 4 Atlantic provinces eligible for AIP.

🔗 Extra official links

• IRCC Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Candidates with job offers or local labour-market fit
• Skilled workers and graduates
• Atlantic pathway candidates

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Provincial nomination routes
• AIP (Atlantic Immigration Program)

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Check the NL immigration pages (within the gov.nl.ca site).
• Follow NLPNP / AIP steps depending on your route.
• Apply for PR to IRCC after provincial endorsement/nomination.

ℹ️ Notes

• NL is an Atlantic province (AIP eligible).

🔗 Extra official links

• IRCC Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Employer-driven candidates (job offer routes)
• People ready to live and work in Yukon

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Employer-driven nomination streams
• Sometimes community/regional initiatives

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Secure an eligible job offer (if required).
• Employer/candidate submits nomination to Yukon.
• After nomination, apply to IRCC for PR.

ℹ️ Notes

• Territory programs are usually strongly tied to local employers.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• Employer-sponsored applicants
• Workers in NWT labour demand

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• Employer-driven nomination categories

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Confirm employer eligibility and required documents.
• Apply for territorial nomination.
• Apply to IRCC for PR after nomination.

ℹ️ Notes

• Intakes can be limited—always confirm intake status.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.

✅ Who this is typically best for

• People exploring federal programs instead (Express Entry, family sponsorship, etc.)

🧩 Typical streams you may see (names may vary)

• No PNP in Nunavut (use federal pathways)

Stream titles differ across provinces/territories. Use the official portal above to match your profile precisely.

🛠️ How it works (simple process)

• Nunavut does not run a PNP.
• Explore federal options through IRCC.

ℹ️ Notes

• Use IRCC official resources to pick the right federal program.

📌 Next step checklist (practical)

• Open the official portal and identify the stream that matches you (job offer? graduate? entrepreneur?).
• Prepare documents: passport, education, language test, work proof, job offer (if needed).
• If the stream is Express Entry-aligned: confirm Express Entry eligibility first.
• Apply to the province/territory and wait for nomination/endorsement.
• After nomination/endorsement, apply for PR to IRCC within the given timeframe.