About the programme
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) became the permanent Atlantic Immigration Program in 2022. It is a partnership between the Government of Canada and four provinces:
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Nova Scotia
- Prince Edward Island
Employers in these provinces can hire skilled foreign nationals for jobs they cannot fill locally.
Eligibility
- Language. Proficiency in English, French or both.
- Clean record. No criminal cases against you.
- Employer. A job offer from a designated employer in one of the four Atlantic provinces.
Documents you’ll need
- Letter of interest. Your skills, your qualifications and how you plan to use them.
- Updated CV. Education, work experience, language ability, roles held in the past five years and certifications.
- Educational certificates. Copies that verify your qualifications.
- Language results. Proof of English proficiency if it is not your first language.