Immigration news for professionals

June 18, 2014 · 2:38 amImmigration
Immigration news for professionals

News from the Province of Nova Scotia on immigration: “The Nova Scotia Office of Immigration is processing applications to reach the 150 nominations. Applications are being dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis.

Once the 150 nominees are identified, any applications that are not processed will be returned to applicants.

The stream will open again on January 1st, 2015. Anyone whose application was returned is encouraged to re-apply at that time.

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is the first step in a two-step application process for a permanent resident visa to Canada. It allows the Government of Nova Scotia to recruit and select immigrants who intend to settle in the province, and have the skills, education, and work experience needed to make an immediate contribution to labour market and economic needs.”

There are two interesting programs for consideration for those who want to immigrate to one of Canadian provinces, Nova Scotia: Skilled Worker where a candidate may be eligible to immigrate to that province, if they have a job offer from an employer, and Regional Labour Market Demand Stream where a foreign specialist has an opportunity to receive a permanent status without having an employer.

The potential candidates for immigration should remember that, if they have an occupation which is in demand in Canada, passed language test and evaluated their diplomas, my office will find a possibility to successfully apply on their behalf to immigration officials when the appropriate program is opened. It is always a good idea to hire us now and let us to prepare your documentation package in advance.

How do provinces recruit skilled professionals?

Provinces such as Nova Scotia use their nominee programs to attract professionals in fields facing shortages — often healthcare, technology, and skilled trades. These streams can offer a faster or more targeted route than the general federal pool, sometimes with a job offer or occupation-specific criteria.

Provincial routeHow professionals qualify
Express Entry-aligned streamNomination adds 600 CRS points
Occupation-specific streamTargets in-demand professions
Employer-supported streamA job offer supports the application

Provincial and Express Entry applications are filed with the province and IRCC; Karb Law’s legal team assists with the full process. Request a free assessment.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which professionals are most in demand for provincial nomination?

It varies by province and over time, but healthcare workers, technology professionals, and skilled trades are frequently targeted. Provinces publish and update in-demand occupation lists and open occupation-specific streams to fill local shortages.

Is a provincial route faster than the federal pool?

It can be. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to an Express Entry profile, effectively guaranteeing an invitation, and some occupation-specific streams are designed to select targeted professionals quickly. The best route depends on your profession and circumstances.

Official resources

External links are provided for general information only and are not legal advice.

Angelina Shuster — Licensed Paralegal, Karb Law
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Angelina Shuster

Licensed Paralegal · Law Society of Ontario

Angelina Shuster is a paralegal licensed by the Law Society of Ontario with 25 years of experience in Canada. Based at Karb Law’s office in Richmond Hill, she represents clients across Ontario and in immigration matters throughout Canada, and has helped thousands of people with immigration and legal matters — refugee claims, appeals, admissibility and detention reviews before the Immigration and Refugee Board, and summary-conviction criminal matters.

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