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Atlantic Immigration Program

Your pathway to permanent residence in Canada's Atlantic provinces

The Atlantic Immigration Program helps employers hire qualified candidates for jobs they haven't been able to fill locally, while providing a pathway to permanent residence.

Check Your Eligibility

What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?

The Atlantic Immigration Program is an employer-driven program designed to help employers in Atlantic Canada hire foreign skilled workers and international graduates who want to immigrate to Atlantic Canada.

This program offers a faster pathway to permanent residence with lower language requirements and includes settlement support to help you and your family establish yourselves in one of Canada's four Atlantic provinces.

4 Atlantic Provinces
Job Offer Required
CLB 4 Minimum
Atlantic Immigration Program

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Atlantic Immigration Program, you must meet these minimum requirements

Job Offer

Valid job offer from designated employer in Atlantic Canada.

Language Proficiency

Minimum CLB 4 for all language abilities.

Education

Canadian secondary or post-secondary credential or foreign equivalent.

Settlement Plan

Endorsement from Atlantic province and settlement plan.

Atlantic Provinces

The Atlantic Immigration Program covers four beautiful provinces in Eastern Canada:

  • New Brunswick - Diverse economy with growing tech sector
  • Nova Scotia - Maritime culture with strong education institutions
  • Prince Edward Island - Beautiful landscapes and tight-knit communities
  • Newfoundland and Labrador - Rich natural resources and unique heritage

Application Process

We guide you through every step of your Atlantic Immigration Program application

1

Eligibility Assessment

We evaluate your qualifications and connect you with designated employers in Atlantic provinces.

2

Provincial Endorsement

We help you obtain endorsement from the Atlantic province where you'll be working.

3

Settlement Plan

We coordinate with settlement service providers to create your personalized settlement plan.

4

Application Submission

We prepare and submit your complete permanent residence application to IRCC.

5

Follow-up & Landing

We monitor your application and guide you through medical exams, biometrics, and final landing procedures.

Benefits of the Atlantic Immigration Program

Pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers and international graduates
Lower language requirements compared to other immigration programs
Employer-driven program with job offer guarantee
Access to settlement services before and after arrival
Ability to include spouse and dependent children
Opportunity to live and work in Canada's Atlantic provinces

Processing Time

The Atlantic Immigration Program typically processes applications within 6 months. The program is designed to be faster than other immigration pathways, helping you and your family settle in Atlantic Canada sooner.

Ready to Start Your Atlantic Immigration Program Application?

Let our experienced immigration consultants assess your eligibility and connect you with designated employers in Atlantic Canada.