🏞️ Your Fast-Track Path to Permanent Residency in Atlantic Canada
Discover the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) – a unique and efficient route for skilled workers, international graduates, and their families to settle permanently in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.
Why Choose the AIP?
Fast-Track PR Processing – Get your PR approved in as little as 6 months
No CRS Score Needed – No high CRS score requirement like Express Entry
Simplified Job Offer Process – Employers don’t need an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment)
Lower Language & Education Requirements – Easier qualification compared to other programs
Affordable Living & High Quality of Life – Live in vibrant, growing communities
Family Benefits – Spouses get open work permits and children receive free public education
What is the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)?
The AIP is an employer-driven program that allows designated employers in Atlantic Canada to hire foreign workers for jobs they couldn’t fill locally. Once an employer offers a job, candidates can apply for PR directly through the program.
There are three main AIP streams:
✔ Atlantic High-Skilled Program (AHSP) – For skilled professionals with at least 1 year of work experience.
✔ Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program (AISP) – For semi-skilled workers, especially in healthcare and trades.
✔ Atlantic International Graduate Program (AIGP) – For recent graduates from Atlantic Canada institutions, no work experience required.
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age | 18+ years |
| Education | Minimum high school diploma (ECA required for foreign credentials) |
| Work Experience | At least 1 year (1,560 hours) in the last 3 years (Not required for international graduates) |
| Language Proficiency | CLB 4+ (IELTS: 4.5 in Listening, 3.5 in Reading, 4.0 in Writing, 4.0 in Speaking) |
| Job Offer | Required from a designated Atlantic employer |
| Settlement Plan | Candidates must have an approved settlement plan |
| Proof of Funds | Must demonstrate financial stability (Varies by family size) |
Job Market & Career Growth in Atlantic Canada
✔ Top In-Demand Occupations in Atlantic Canada:
Healthcare (Registered Nurses, Personal Support Workers, Pharmacists)
IT & Software Development (Software Engineers, Data Analysts, Cybersecurity Experts)
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineers)
Hospitality & Tourism (Chefs, Hotel Managers, Food Service Supervisors)
Agriculture & Fisheries (Farm Workers, Fish Plant Workers)
✔ Top Job Portals in Atlantic Canada for Job Seekers:
✔ Cost of Living in Atlantic Canada:
Lower than major cities like Toronto and Vancouver, making it more affordable for newcomers.
✔ Average Salaries by Industry:
| Industry | Average Salary (CAD/Year) |
|---|---|
| Healthcare | $65,000 - $120,000 |
| IT & Technology | $75,000 - $110,000 |
| Engineering | $70,000 - $100,000 |
| Hospitality & Tourism | $40,000 - $65,000 |
| Agriculture & Fisheries | $35,000 - $60,000 |
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Latest AIP Draws & Processing Timelines
| Province | Latest Processing Time | Number of AIP Approvals |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Scotia | 6 Months | 1250 |
| New Brunswick | 7 Months | 1100 |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | 6 Months | 1300 |
| Prince Edward Island | 5 Months | 900 |
Required Documents for AIP Application
✔ Personal Identity Documents: Passport, Birth Certificate, National ID
✔ Educational Credentials: Degree Certificates, Transcripts, ECA (Educational Credential Assessment)
✔ Language Test Results: IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF Canada
✔ Work Experience Proof: Job letters, pay slips, employer reference letters (Not required for graduates)
✔ Police Clearance Certificate: From all countries lived in for more than 6 months
✔ Medical Examination Report: From an IRCC-approved physician
✔ Proof of Funds: Bank statements showing required settlement funds
✔ Job Offer from a Designated Atlantic Employer
✔ Settlement Plan from an Approved Settlement Service Provider
✔ Employer Endorsement Letter – AIP requires a letter from a designated employer to confirm the job offer.
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Step-by-Step AIP Application Process
📌 Step 1: Secure a job offer from a designated Atlantic employer.
📌 Step 2: Obtain an endorsement letter from the province.
📌 Step 3: Submit an AIP application for PR to IRCC.
📌 Step 4: Complete Medical & Police Clearance.
📌 Step 5: Receive Permanent Residency (PR) approval.
📌 Step 6: Move to Atlantic Canada and start your new life!
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