Why Apply for the New Brunswick PNP (NB PNP)?

New Brunswick is a great place for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and international grads who want to settle in Canada. The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) helps eligible people get Canadian permanent residency while addressing important job shortages in the province. With specific immigration options, lower living costs, and more job openings, the NB PNP is a top choice for newcomers.

• Getting nominated adds 600 extra CRS points in Express Entry.
• There are streams for people with or without a job offer.
• Key sectors include healthcare, IT, education, and trades.
• There are programs that support francophone and bilingual candidates.
• Find friendly communities, affordable housing, and a good quality of life in New Brunswick.

What is the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program?

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) is a program designed to help the province bring in people who can meet its job market and economic needs. It works with the IRCC and offers several pathways for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and international graduates.

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Benefits of the NB PNP

Some of the benefits of applying for the NB PNP are as follows:

• Path to Permanent Residency: The NB PNP provides a straightforward way for skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs to get Canadian PR through provincial nomination.
• Job Opportunities: New Brunswick is always looking for workers in areas like healthcare, IT, manufacturing, and transportation, which means there are plenty of job openings for newcomers.
• No Job Offer Needed for Some Streams: For certain streams like the Express Entry – NB Connection, eligible applicants can apply even if they don’t have a job offer.
• Priority for French Speakers: Being a bilingual province, New Brunswick gives preference to French-speaking applicants to help support its French communities.
• Affordable Living and Family-Friendly Areas: With affordable homes, safe neighbourhoods, and good schools, New Brunswick is a great place to settle down and raise a family.

 

NB PNP Immigration Streams

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) offers six pathways for foreign nationals to become permanent residents. These options focus on meeting the labor and economic needs of the province, helping skilled workers, entrepreneurs, recent graduates, and French speakers make New Brunswick their home.

The table below has the list of NB PNP streams:

Stream	Who is it for?
Skilled Worker: New Brunswick Experience	For people currently working full-time in New Brunswick for at least six months, with their employer’s support and a desire to settle here.
Skilled Worker: New Brunswick Graduates	For recent graduates from eligible New Brunswick schools who have a job offer in the province.
Skilled Worker: Priority Occupations	For individuals recruited by the government for jobs that are in demand in New Brunswick.
Express Entry Labour Market Stream	For candidates with an active federal Express Entry profile who have ties to New Brunswick, either through a job or interest, and who receive a nomination.
Critical Worker Pilot	A program aimed at attracting workers for intermediate-skilled jobs, offering extra support for settling in.
Business Immigration Stream	For experienced entrepreneurs looking to start or run a qualifying business in New Brunswick, meeting certain investment and experience requirements.

 

Eligibility Criteria for NB PNP

The eligibility criteria for NB PNP are as follows:

• Age: Usually between 19 and 55 years
• Education: You should have a post-secondary diploma, degree, or something similar
• Work Experience: At least 1 year in a related job
• Language: A minimum CLB score of 5 to 7, depending on the stream
• Job Offer: Needed for some options
• Intent to reside in NB: Plan to live and work in New Brunswick
• Funds: Funds for settling (as per IRCC rules)
• Express Entry profile: Valid Express Entry profile (if you're going for the Express Entry stream)

New Brunswick PNP score calculator

The New Brunswick PNP score calculator is a tool that looks at things like your age, education, work experience, language skills, and how well you can adapt. It helps figure out if you're eligible and how you rank for programs like the Express Entry Labour Market Stream and Business Immigration Stream.

Selection factor	Points
Education	Maximum 25 points
Language Ability in English and/or French	Maximum 28 points
Work experience	Maximum 15 points
Age	Maximum 12 points
Arranged employment in Nova Scotia	Maximum 10 points
Adaptability	Maximum 10 points
Total	Maximum 100 points
Minimum points to qualify	67 Points

 

Requirements for New Brunswick PNP

Given below are the documents required for the NB PNP program:

• A valid passport, including the biographic page and any pages with stamps or visas.
• Completed and signed NB PNP application forms.
• A job offer letter from a New Brunswick employer, if you have one.
• An employment contract is signed by both you and your employer.
• Proof of work experience, such as reference letters, pay stubs, or employment records.
• Your educational credential,s like degrees, diplomas, certificates, and transcripts.
• Language test results from IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF Canada that meet the CLB requirements.
• Proof of legal status in Canada if you're applying from within the country.
• A resume or CV that shows your education and work history.
• Proof of settlement funds, if it's needed for your application stream.
• A police clearance certificate from each country where you've lived for more than six months.
• A medical examination certificate, needed for the federal permanent residency stage.

How to Apply for NB PNP?

You can follow the steps below to apply for the New Brunswick PNP:

Step 1: Figure out which NB PNP stream fits your background.

Step 2: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) or register on the INB portal.

Step 3: If you're chosen, you'll get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from New Brunswick.

Step 4: Send in your full application with all the necessary documents.

Step 5: Get your nomination certificate once it's approved.

Step 6: Apply for permanent residency through IRCC using your nomination.

Step 7: Complete your medical exams and biometrics, then wait for the final decision.

 

NB PNP Application Fees

The table below has details of the NB PNP application fees:

Stream	Application Fee (CAD)
Skilled Worker – NB Experience	$250
Skilled Worker – NB Graduates	$250
Skilled Worker – Priority Occupations	$250
Express Entry Labour Market Stream	$250
Critical Worker Pilot	$250
Business Immigration Stream	$2,000

 

NB PNP Processing Time

The processing time for the New Brunswick PNP varies depending on the stream you apply through. Generally, most applications are looked at within 6 to 12 months after you submit them.

Stream	Processing Time (from complete application)
Skilled Worker Streams (Experience, Graduates, Priority Occupations)	6–12 months on average
Express Entry Labour Market Stream	6 months
Critical Worker Pilot	6–12 months
Business Immigration Stream	6–12 months
Strategic Initiative (Francophone)	6–12 months

 

Latest New Brunswick PNP Draws

Month	No. of draws	Total no. of Invitations
June	3	608
May	1	52
April	2	477
March	1	498
February	NA	NA
January	NA	NA

 

 

In-Demand Occupations in New Brunswick

The table below has details of the top 10 occupations in New Brunswick:

Occupation	Estimated Annual Salary (CAD)
Senior Government Managers	$134,330
Human Resources Managers	$106,080
Secondary School Teachers	$104,000
Registered Nurses	$93,600
Business Data Analysts	$76,710
Licensed Practical Nurses	$62,400
Social Media Specialists	$60,990
Administrative Assistants	$51,210
Accounting Technicians	$50,960
Medical Laboratory Technologists	$71,240

 

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