How do I apply for Atlantic Immigration Program?

You can apply online through the official program website. Visit the application portal to submit your application.

Who administers Atlantic Immigration Program?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Are there similar programs to Atlantic Immigration Program?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Regional & Community Development category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

Atlantic Immigration Program

Government of Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

🏘️ Regional & Community Development📍 Regional👔 Hiring🏪 Small Business📈 Growth

Hire qualified foreign workers permanently in Atlantic Canada

Funding

$680 - $680

Deadline

Apr 4, 2025

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Get help to hire qualified candidates from overseas or living in Canada temporarily, for jobs you haven't been able to fill locally. Before you can make a job offer and hire a candidate, you must be designated by the provincial government of the Atlantic

What Benefits Are Offered?

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A pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates to live and work in Atlantic Canada. Includes the option to apply for a 2-year employer-specific temporary work permit while the permanent residence application is processed. Spouses or common-law partners of work permit holders can apply for an open work permit. Candidates are connected with settlement services to develop a settlement plan.

Who Is Eligible?

Region: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador

Other Criteria: Must be a skilled foreign worker or an international graduate from a recognized post-secondary institution in Atlantic Canada, Must receive a job offer from a designated employer in one of Canada's 4 Atlantic provinces, Can be living abroad or in Canada as a temporary resident, Employers must be located in Atlantic Canada and become 'designated' by the provincial government (no cost), Employers must hire for jobs they haven't been able to fill locally, Candidates applying for a temporary work permit must meet requirements for language, education, and work experience (work experience not required for international graduates)