Best PNPs in Canada to Settle As A PR

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) give you a chance to live and work in a particular province, provided you meet the unique Canada PR eligibility for the PNP you are applying for. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidelines for 2024 and aims to make PNPs the biggest immigration pathway in Canada. 

110,000 new PRs are aimed for 2024 and this number will increase to 120,000 in 2025 and 120,000 in 2026. If you wish to apply for a PNP, this is the best time. 

But, with 10 provinces in Canada, you might get confused about which one to settle in. Right? If that’s the case, we’ve listed the top Canadian provinces to immigrate to as a permanent resident. 

Best Provinces to Move As A PR

1. British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)

BC is a preferred destination for immigrants to look for jobs and long-term settlements. To settle here, you can apply through the British Columbia PNP. It has three streams: 

• Skills Immigration

• Express Entry BC

• Entrepreneur Immigration

They are further categorized into specific categories to cater to skilled newcomers, international graduates, and other professionals. Note that each of these above-mentioned streams has unique requirements and application processes. You should meet educational requirements, work experience, language skills, and others to qualify.

2. Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

One of the top provinces newcomers love to settle - due to excellent work opportunities, healthcare faculties, and welcoming community is Saskatchewan. If you wish to settle here, apply for permanent residency through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). The province has various streams for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs with farming experience, and international graduates. 

• International Skilled Worker Category

• Saskatchewan Experience Category

• Entrepreneur and Farm Category

• International Graduate Entrepreneur Category

3. Alberta Advantage Immigrant Program (AAIP)

Before, a pilot, now Alberta Advantage Immigrant Program is a permanent program through which it invites skilled and experienced candidates. This is to meet the labour gaps in the Alberta labour market and strengthen the economy. The best thing is there are various streams for foreign nationals to move to Alberta. 

For workers: 

• Alberta Opportunity Stream

• Alberta Express Entry

• Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway

For entrepreneurs: 

• Farm Stream

• Graduate Entrepreneur Stream

• Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream

Nomination certificates are only issued to the candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria and show they are genuinely interested in calling Alberta their permanent home.

4. Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)

Do you wish to settle in Manitoba? The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invites many skilled workers from India. There is a huge need for skilled professionals to fill job vacancies in healthcare, tech, and other industries. MPNP has many streams - designed to hire and retain skilled workers and their families seeking PR in Manitoba. 

• Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream

• Skilled Worker Overseas

• Manitoba Business Investor Stream

• International Education Stream

• Morden Community Driven Initiative

5. Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

Ontario is no doubt the top choice among immigrants from India, especially IT and tech workers. There are plenty of work opportunities for skilled professionals. If you meet the eligibility criteria of OINP, you can apply for various streams for skilled workers, international graduates, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Though you must possess the skills, experience, language skills, education, and more. Also, commit to settle in Ontario as a PR.

• Human Capital Category

• Masters or PhD Category

• Employer Job Offer Category

• Business Category

6. New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)

A part of the Atlantic Advantage Immigrant Program, New Brunswick has a PNP, New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program to apply for permanent residency. Whether you are an entrepreneur, international graduate, skilled worker with employer support, and included in the federal government's Express Entry selection system - you can settle in this province. There are various streams under NBPNP: 

• Express Entry Stream

• Skilled Workers Stream

• Business Immigration Stream

• Strategic Initiative Stream

• Critical Worker Pilot

• Atlantic Immigration Program

7. Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)

Last but not least on the list we have Newfoundland and Labrador - also a great choice for skilled workers to settle. Even if you are an international graduate, you can consider NLPNP to move to Canada. Business owners have a unique stream they can apply under if their business has the potential to create jobs in the province and achieve economic stability. This PNP has various streams:

• Newfoundland and Labrador Express Entry Skilled Worker

• Skilled Worker Category

• International Graduate Category

• International Entrepreneur Category

• International Graduate Entrepreneur Category

• Atlantic Immigration Pilot

Steps to Immigrate to Canada via PNPs

Step 1: Research and Choose a Specific Province

Step 2: Express Entry or Non-Express Entry Streams

Step 3: Check Your Eligibility

Step 4: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) or Application

Step 5: Nomination and Application for Permanent Residence

Reach out to Nationwide Visas, one of the best immigration consultants in India if you are looking for jobs in Canada from India. They can guide you through the entire process of applying for permanent residence under Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and assist in post-landing settlement as well. 

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