Atlantic Immigration Program
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Atlantic Immigration Program
The Atlantic Immigration Program is created to welcome additional newcomers to the Atlantic Canada region to fill the needs of the local employers and the communities. It is an employer-driven program that facilities the hiring of foreign workers. The applicants arriving in Canada under this program must have a job offer from a designated employer and an individualized settlement plan for both themselves and their family members.
The program allows designated local employers to find candidates who meet their employment needs and the program criteria. Once the candidates have been identified, the employer will need to offer them a job. Employers are exempt from through the process of obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) under this program.
There are three streams under this program. Two programs are for skilled workers and one program is for international student graduates. For each program, there are certain requirements that individuals will need to meet. Below, you will find a chart with these requirements:
| Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program (AISP) | Atlantic High-Skilled Program (AHSP) | Atlantic International Graduate Program (AIGP) | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Language |
CLB 4 in English or French |
CLB 4 in English or French |
|
|
Education |
Minimum completion of high school
Must have ECA or Canadian credential
|
Minimum completion of high school
Must have ECA or Canadian credential
|
Two-year post-secondary diploma obtained within 12 months before submission for PR |
|
Skilled Work Experience |
One year in an occupation related to the job offer |
One year in an occupation related to the job offer |
N/A |
|
Job Offer |
Full time
Permanent
NOC 0, A, B or C |
Full time
1-year contract
NOC 0, A, or B |
Full time
1-year contract
NOC 0, A, B or C |
|
Provincial Endorsement required |
Letter of Endorsement |
|
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Work Permit Requirements
Employers that need to fill a job vacancy quickly will have access to apply for a temporary work permit so that the eligible candidate can come to Canada as soon as possible. In order to obtain this work permit, candidates will need:
- A valid job offer;
- A letter from the province; and
- A commitment to apply for permanent residency within 90 days of the temporary work permit application
Employers must meet certain requirements, including a commitment to support the newcomer and his or her family as they integrate into their new life in Atlantic Canada.
