Overview
The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) allows the province to nominate people who can meet local labour-market needs and intend to settle there permanently. Categories cover skilled workers with a job offer, Express Entry candidates, international graduates and entrepreneurs. A nomination lets you apply to IRCC for permanent residence, and an Express Entry-linked nomination adds 600 CRS points. The federal Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) is a related employer-driven route worth comparing.
Who it’s for
- Skilled workers with a full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer
- International graduates of Canadian colleges and universities who have found work in the province
- Express Entry candidates who want to live and work in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Entrepreneurs ready to start or buy a business in the province
Key requirements
- A full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer, which most worker and graduate categories require
- The education, training, skills and any licensing or accreditation needed to perform the offered job
- Approved English or French language test results that meet the minimum level for your category and occupation
- For graduate categories, completion of an eligible program at a Canadian public college or university and a valid post-graduation work permit
- For Express Entry-linked categories, an active Express Entry profile and eligibility for a federal economic immigration program
- A genuine intention and the ability to settle in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Admissible to Canada (medical, security and criminality checks)
How it works
- 01
Assess your options
We compare NLPNP categories and the Atlantic Immigration Program against your job offer, education and experience to find your strongest route.
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Prepare your file
We work with you and your employer to confirm the job offer meets provincial requirements, and gather your language, education and work records.
- 03
Apply to the province
We submit your provincial application — or an Expression of Interest first, where the category uses one — and respond to any requests from the province.
- 04
Receive your nomination
Once nominated, Express Entry candidates accept the nomination in their profile and gain 600 CRS points; candidates in other categories apply to IRCC directly.
- 05
Apply for permanent residence
We prepare and file your PR application with IRCC, including medicals and police certificates, and guide you through to landing.
Advantages
- Categories for skilled workers, international graduates and entrepreneurs under one provincial program
- An Express Entry-linked nomination adds 600 CRS points to your score
- Growing demand for workers in sectors such as healthcare and the skilled trades
- A close-knit, welcoming lifestyle with more affordable housing than Canada's largest cities
Good to know
- Nominees are expected to live and work in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the province looks for a genuine intention to settle.
- Allocations and priority occupations change from year to year — we confirm which categories are accepting applications before you apply.
- A nomination does not guarantee permanent residence; IRCC makes the final decision, including on admissibility.
FAQ
Do I need a job offer for the NLPNP?
For most worker and graduate categories, yes — a full-time offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer is central to the application. Entrepreneur categories are assessed on your business experience and plans instead.
How is the NLPNP different from the Atlantic Immigration Program?
The NLPNP is the province's own nominee program. The AIP is a federal program run with the four Atlantic provinces that requires a job offer from a designated employer and a provincial endorsement. We help you decide which route fits better.
Can my family come with me?
Yes. Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children can be included in your permanent residence application.
Last reviewed: October 2026. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change often — we confirm the latest requirements for your situation during your consultation.