Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

How the Provincial Nominee Program Works

The PNP allows Canada's provinces and territories to nominate individuals who want to become permanent residents and contribute to their local economy. Each of Canada's 10 provinces and 2 territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) has its own program with streams tailored to regional labour market needs.

The process has two stages: first, you receive a nomination from the province or territory; then you apply to the federal government for permanent residence. Provinces set their own eligibility criteria and nomination quotas each year based on economic needs.

There are two application routes: through Express Entry (receiving 600 bonus CRS points upon nomination, significantly improving invitation chances) or through the non-Express Entry process, applying directly to the province and then for permanent residence. Express Entry processing is typically around 7 months; non-Express Entry is around 13 months.

Who This Service Is For

• Skilled workers in professions or trades that align with provincial labour market needs (e.g., engineering, tech, finance, skilled trades)
• Recent graduates from Canadian post-secondary institutions (many provinces have dedicated international graduate streams)
• Entrepreneurs and investors interested in starting or acquiring a business in a specific province
• Express Entry candidates with lower CRS scores who could benefit from a provincial nomination to receive 600 bonus points
• Individuals with a job offer from an employer in a specific province (many PNP streams require or prioritize job offers)

Provinces and Territories With PNP

Each province and territory has unique streams and requirements. Major programs include Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), and programs in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Northwest Territories, and Yukon. Quebec and Nunavut have separate arrangements.

Requirements vary significantly—some provinces prioritize Express Entry-aligned streams with tech draws and skilled worker categories; others focus on in-demand occupations, job offers, or business investment. Understanding which province best fits your profile is essential.

What This Service Helps With

• Assessing your eligibility across different provincial programs and identifying the best province and stream for your situation
• Determining whether to apply through Express Entry (with 600-point boost) or the non-Express Entry route based on your profile
• Preparing and submitting provincial nomination applications, including all required documentation and forms
• Managing Express Entry profiles and ensuring nomination details are correctly reflected for the 600-point addition
• Submitting the permanent residence application after nomination and guiding you through to approval

How Intact Immigration Supports You

We start by assessing your work experience, education, language abilities, and ties to Canada to determine which provincial programs you may qualify for. With over 80 different PNP streams across the country, choosing the right province and stream can significantly impact your chances of success. We help you navigate this complexity and develop a strategy that aligns with your goals.

For Express Entry candidates, we evaluate whether a PNP nomination makes sense—for example, if your CRS score is below recent draw cutoffs, a nomination adds 600 points and dramatically improves your invitation chances. We help you create or update your Express Entry profile, apply to the province, and ensure your profile correctly reflects your nomination once received.

For non-Express Entry applicants, we guide you through the provincial application process, including gathering employer letters, job offers (where required), educational credentials, language test results, and proof of work experience. We ensure your application meets the specific requirements of your chosen stream, which vary by province and can change with regular updates.

After you receive a nomination, we assist with your permanent residence application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. We help you respond to any requests, track your application status, and prepare for landing. Our goal is to help you successfully obtain provincial nomination and permanent residence in Canada.