A Comprehensive Guide To New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)

The New Brunswick Skilled Worker Stream is for foreign nationals with the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the province's economy. Candidates need to meet the minimum eligibility requirements, have a genuine job offer from a New Brunswick employer, and intend to live and work in the province permanently.

This program also assists New Brunswick employers in hiring foreign nationals and international graduates when they cannot fill job vacancies with Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Provincial immigration pathways depend on federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labor market needs. Therefore, ONB immigration processes applications at its discretion to best support the goals of the NBPNP.

As of March 20, 2023, Immigration NB introduced specific measures to manage the New Brunswick Skilled Worker stream inventory through the end of 2023.

NBPNP Streams: An Overview

The NBPNP offers multiple streams catering to different applicant profiles. These include:

Express Entry Labour Market Stream

The Express Entry Labour Market Stream (EELMS) allows the NBPNP to use the federal Express Entry immigration selection system to meet New Brunswick’s specific labor market and demographic needs. This stream functions on an Expression of Interest (EOI) model.

Skilled Worker With Family Support

This stream targets individuals with work experience in New Brunswick and close family ties in the province. Applicants or their spouses must be sponsored by a family member residing in New Brunswick.

Skilled Worker With Employer Support

This stream facilitates immigration for workers with a permanent job offer from a New Brunswick employer.

Business Applicants

This stream targets qualified business people who will own and actively manage a business that contributes to New Brunswick’s economy.

Selection Factors For The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program

To qualify for the NBPNP, candidates must score at least 67 out of 100 points on a points grid. The points are awarded based on education, language ability, work experience, age, adaptability factors, and whether the candidate has an arranged job offer from a New Brunswick-based employer.

Here is the point breakdown:

Education

Candidates must have completed a Canadian or equivalent foreign educational credential verified by an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).

Language Ability

Candidates can earn up to 28 points for their skills in English and French, based on abilities in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Points are also awarded for a second official language.

Work Experience

Work experience must be full-time or an equal amount in part-time, paid, in the same occupation, within the last 10 years, and in an NOC 2011 skill level 0, A, or B occupation.

Arranged Employment

Points are awarded for having a valid job offer from a New Brunswick employer for permanent, full-time work in NOC Skill Type 0, Skill Level A, or B.

Adaptability

Points are awarded for various factors indicating the applicant's potential to settle in New Brunswick.

Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide

Here is the step-wise guide for the application process

Step 1: Determine Eligibility

Identify the most suitable stream based on your profile and ensure you meet all the mandatory requirements.

Step 2: Expression Of Interest (EOI)

For the Express Entry and other streams requiring an EOI, submit your profile. Provide detailed information on your qualifications, work experience, and connection to New Brunswick.

Step 3: Invitation To Apply (ITA)

If your EOI is selected, you will receive an ITA. You must submit a complete application within 45 days (for most streams).

Step 4: Submit Application

Complete the application process through the INB Portal. Ensure all required documents and forms are accurately filled and uploaded.

Step 5: Pay Fees

Pay the processing fees (varies by stream) using a credit card or Interac e-Transfer.

Step 6: Permanent Residence Application

If nominated, apply for permanent residence through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). You must meet all medical, security, and criminal admissibility requirements.

Funds Required for Settlement

Conclusion

The NBPNP provides various opportunities for newcomers to set for themselves in New Brunswick. Whether you are an expert employee, entrepreneur, or student, the program gives you well-directed programs to attain your Canadian dream. Having its nurturing communities and colorful economy, New Brunswick is the perfect place for newbies to transfer to a life of prosperity.