{"id":52889,"date":"2018-08-22T13:29:48","date_gmt":"2018-08-22T13:29:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/immigrationca.staging.wpengine.com\/?p=52889"},"modified":"2025-10-17T14:33:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T18:33:09","slug":"how-to-apply-for-permanent-residence-after-study-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/how-to-apply-for-permanent-residence-after-study-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for Permanent Residence After Study in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On This Page You Will Find<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How Express Entry benefits international graduates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Atlantic Immigration Program for students in Atlantic provinces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provincial nominee programs for international graduates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eligibility criteria by province (Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, Manitoba, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Options for post-graduation work and permanent residence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Canada\u2019s network of immigration programs includes a multitude of opportunities for international graduates to apply for permanent residence after study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The international graduate provision is spearheaded by the federal <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/express-entry-immigration-2018\/\"><strong>Express Entry<\/strong><\/a> system, which includes specific points for Canadian education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elsewhere, the employer-driven <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"><strong>Atlantic Immigration Program<\/strong><\/a> has a specific stream for international graduates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/ontario-immigration\/\"><strong>Ontario<\/strong><\/a> has three streams aimed at different levels of graduates, only one of them requiring a job offer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/quebec-immigration-overview\/\"><strong>Quebec\u2019s international graduate stream<\/strong><\/a> also does not require a job offer, provided the candidate has an advanced level of French.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/saskatchewan-immigration\/\">Saskatchewan<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/manitoba-immigration\/\">Manitoba<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/nova-scotia-immigration\/\">Nova Scotia<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/newfoundland-immigration\/\">Newfoundland<\/a><\/strong> and<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/new-brunswick-immigration\/\"> <strong>New Brunswick<\/strong><\/a> also have specific international graduate streams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alberta includes a provision for international graduates under the <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/alberta-opportunity-stream\/\"><strong>Alberta Opportunity Stream<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/prince-edward-island-immigration\/\"><strong>Prince Edward Island<\/strong><\/a> does not have s specific stream, although it does fall under the Atlantic Immigration Pilot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Several of the provinces require the graduate to hold a <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/post-graduation-work-permit\/\"><strong>Post-Graduation Work Permit<\/strong><\/a>. This document gives graduates a window of up to three years to gain the required work experience to qualify for Canadian permanent residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for information on the options available to apply for permanent residence after study in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/New-Rules-for-International-Students-Implemented-in-2024-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"New Rules for International Students Implemented in 2024\" class=\"wp-image-144461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/New-Rules-for-International-Students-Implemented-in-2024-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/New-Rules-for-International-Students-Implemented-in-2024-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/New-Rules-for-International-Students-Implemented-in-2024-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/New-Rules-for-International-Students-Implemented-in-2024.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Express Entry for International Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the federal level, international graduates from Canadian universities get extra points under <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/express-entry-immigration-2017\/\">Canada Express Entry<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/comprehensive-ranking-system-crs\/\">Comprehensive Ranking System<\/a> points are offered for three-year post secondary, master\u2019s, professional degrees and doctorates (30 CRS points) and post-secondary diplomas lasting one or two years (15 CRS points). No points are awarded for a Canadian high school education or below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives many graduates the extra push they need to achieve a coveted Invitation to Apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/Immigration-to-Newfoundland-Canada-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-147362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/Immigration-to-Newfoundland-Canada-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/Immigration-to-Newfoundland-Canada-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/Immigration-to-Newfoundland-Canada-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/Immigration-to-Newfoundland-Canada.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlantic Immigration Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"> Atlantic Immigration Program<\/a> is a combined effort between the Canadian federal government and the four provinces on the Atlantic coast: <strong>New Brunswick<\/strong>, <strong>Newfoundland and Labrador<\/strong>, <strong>Nova Scotia<\/strong>, and <strong>Prince Edward Island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An international graduate who completed their education at a recognized post-secondary institution in Atlantic Canada and obtained a job offer from a designated regional employer can successfully seek permanent residency through the AIP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Post-Graduate-Students-in-Toronto-Immigrate-to-Canada-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-149600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Post-Graduate-Students-in-Toronto-Immigrate-to-Canada-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Post-Graduate-Students-in-Toronto-Immigrate-to-Canada-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Post-Graduate-Students-in-Toronto-Immigrate-to-Canada-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Post-Graduate-Students-in-Toronto-Immigrate-to-Canada.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ontario<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/ontario-immigrant-nominee-program-employer-job-offer-streams\/\"> <strong>Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream<\/strong><\/a> stream is for recent graduates of eligible Canadian institutions who have a job offer in a skilled occupation (TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Graduates Streams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ontario also offers two streams for<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/ontario-immigrant-nominee-program-international-students\/\"> international graduates<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PhD Graduate Stream<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduated from a PhD degree program at a publicly funded Ontario university and have completed at least two years of study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intend to live and work in Ontario.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must legally live in Canada if applying from within. Applications from abroad also accepted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application must be within two years of date on PhD diploma.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Masters Graduate Stream<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduated from a Master\u2019s degree program at a publicly funded Ontario university and have completed at least one-year full time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have level 7 or above English or French.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lived in Ontario for at least one year in the last two.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have sufficient settlement funds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intend to live and work in Ontario.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must either legally live in Ontario or live abroad. Applications from elsewhere in Canada will not be accepted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application must be within two years of date on master\u2019s degree certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Quebec City\" class=\"wp-image-139335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-Targets-French-Speakers-With-1415-Canada-Immigration-Invitations.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quebec<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/quebec-experience-program\/\"><strong>Quebec Experience Program<\/strong><\/a><strong> (PEQ)<\/strong> is a fast-track immigration program with an international student stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify, applicants must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have completed a recognized diploma, degree, or certificate from a designated educational institution in Quebec within the last 36 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have studied in Quebec for at least half the duration of their program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate advanced intermediate French proficiency (B2 level) unless their program was entirely in French.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show intent to settle in Quebec.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligible Diplomas Include:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diploma of College Studies (DEC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s, Master\u2019s, or Doctorate degrees from Quebec universities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">British Columbia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/british-columbia-immigration\/\">British Columbia<\/a> has closed its BC PNP streams for international graduates and students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Alberta To Launch New Expression of Interest System Next Month\" class=\"wp-image-142603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Alberta-To-Launch-New-Expression-of-Interest-System-Next-Month.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alberta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alberta Opportunity Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/alberta-opportunity-stream\/\">Alberta Opportunity Stream<\/a> includes a provision for graduates holding a<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/post-graduation-work-permit\/\"> Post-Graduation Work Permit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as meeting other requirements, PGWP holders must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a minimum of 6 months full-time work experience in Alberta within the last 18 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The work must be in an occupation related to the candidate\u2019s studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The candidate must hold an Alberta-approved credential from an Alberta-approved institution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alberta Graduate Entrepreneur Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/alberta-graduate-entrepreneur-stream\/\"> Alberta Graduate Entrepreneur Stream<\/a> is aimed at international graduates from Alberta post-secondary institutions who want to establish or operate a business in the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Education:<\/strong> Have completed at least two years of full-time education in Alberta, resulting in a degree or diploma from a designated post-secondary institution in Alberta. Completion of program of study must result in qualifying for a<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/post-graduation-work-permit\/\"> Post-Graduation Work Permit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Work Permit:<\/strong> Have a PGWP valid at the time of your Expression of Interest (EOI) submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Language<\/strong>: Have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 7 for each in one of the following: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Business Establishment:<\/strong> Must establish a new business or buy an existing business in Alberta with a minimum 34% ownership. The proposed business type must not be on the list of ineligible businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Saskatoon-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Saskatoon\" class=\"wp-image-144933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Saskatoon-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Saskatoon-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Saskatoon-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Saskatoon.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saskatchewan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/saskatchewan-immigration\/\"> Saskatchewan Experience Category<\/a> has a stream aimed at international students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have graduated from a Designated Learning Institute (DLI) in Saskatchewan with:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A certificate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A diploma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You currently hold a valid post-graduation work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have worked for a minimum of six months (780 hours) of paid in employment in Saskatchewan related to your field of study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have a permanent, full-time job offer in your field of study from an approved Saskatchewan employer. The job should be:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In an occupation in the National Occupation Classification (NOC) TEER level 0, 1, 2, or 3; or in a designated trade.o<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Related to your field of study and requires post-secondary education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have a minimum language score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 if your job offer is in a designated trade occupation NOC TEER level 4 or 5.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Settlement-profile-for-Canadas-Morden-Manitoba-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Settlement profile for Canada\u2019s Morden, Manitoba\" class=\"wp-image-144753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Settlement-profile-for-Canadas-Morden-Manitoba-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Settlement-profile-for-Canadas-Morden-Manitoba-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Settlement-profile-for-Canadas-Morden-Manitoba-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Settlement-profile-for-Canadas-Morden-Manitoba.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manitoba<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/manitoba-immigration\/\"> Manitoba International Education Stream<\/a> is designed for international graduates from Manitoba post-secondary institutions. It includes three targeted pathways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">a. Career Employment Pathway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduated in the last three years from a Manitoba institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed a full-time program of at least one year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job offer in an in-demand occupation listed by the province<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Currently working full-time in Manitoba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CLB 7 or higher in language proficiency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate sufficient settlement funds or hold full-time long-term employment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">b. Graduate Internship Pathway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completed a master\u2019s or doctoral degree in Manitoba within the past three years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed a Mitacs Elevate or Accelerate internship with a Manitoba-based employer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CLB 7 or higher in English or French<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No job offer required at time of application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be residing in Manitoba and meet settlement fund requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">c. International Student Entrepreneur Pilot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completed a two-year full-time post-secondary program in Manitoba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Between 21\u201335 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CLB 7 or higher in language proficiency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Own at least 51% of the business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operate the business as a senior manager for at least six months before nomination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a Business Performance Agreement (BPA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a financial verification report and demonstrate funds for 12 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Halifax-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Halifax\" class=\"wp-image-144908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Halifax-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Halifax-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Halifax-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Halifax.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nova Scotia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as being part of the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"> Atlantic Immigration Program<\/a>, the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/nova-scotia-immigration\/\"> Nova Scotia Nominee Program<\/a> operates two streams for international graduates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. International Graduates in Demand Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>International Graduates in Demand is for international graduates with job offers in specific, high-demand healthcare and education occupations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full-time, permanent job offer in one of these NOC codes:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>32102 \u2013 Paramedical Occupations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>32124 \u2013 Pharmacy Technicians<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>33102 \u2013 Nurse Aides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>42202 \u2013 Early Childhood Educators and Assistants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Age between 19 and 55<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High school diploma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed a relevant program at an eligible Nova Scotia post-secondary institution:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 30 weeks (or 24 weeks for NOC 33102)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least 50% of studies completed in Nova Scotia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required credential by NOC:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NOC 32102 or 32124 \u2013 diploma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOC 33102 \u2013 certificate, diploma, or degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOC 42202 \u2013 diploma or degree<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid certification from Nova Scotia regulatory bodies (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CLB 5 in English or French<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of settlement funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The International Graduate Entrepreneur stream is for recent graduates of a Nova Scotia university or college who have started a business in the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must intend to live in Nova Scotia and actively manage a business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least 1 year of continuous business ownership and operation (33.3% minimum ownership)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed a degree or diploma through at least 2 years of full-time, in-person study at a Nova Scotia university or Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid post-graduation work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CLB 7 in English or French<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive an Invitation to Apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Newfoundland-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Newfoundland\" class=\"wp-image-144534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Newfoundland-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Newfoundland-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Newfoundland-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Newfoundland.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Newfoundland and Labrador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/newfoundland-immigration\/\">Newfoundland and Labrador<\/a> operates two streams for international graduates. The province is also part of the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"> Atlantic Immigration Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Graduate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This stream targets <strong>international graduates with a PGWP<\/strong> working in Newfoundland and Labrador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility Criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hold a valid <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/post-graduation-work-permit\/\"><strong>Post-Graduation Work Permit<\/strong><\/a><strong> (PGWP)<\/strong> with at least 4 months validity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a full-time job or job offer:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In <strong>TEER 0\u20133<\/strong>, or TEER 4 (in-demand) occupations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From an eligible NL employer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum <strong>30 hours\/week<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>1 year duration<\/strong> with expectation of extension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commission-based work is <strong>not allowed<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aged <strong>21\u201359<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet all NOC requirements for the occupation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate <strong>sufficient settlement funds<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intend to live in Newfoundland and Labrador long-term<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be <strong>working in the field of study<\/strong>, unless:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduate of Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job meets TEER 0\u20133 or TEER 4 (in-demand) with career potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job aligns with recent skills\/experience (within 5 years)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduates from outside NL:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must <strong>work for at least 1 year in NL<\/strong> before applying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TEER 4 applicants must submit language test results:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IELTS: Listening 4.5, Reading 3.5, Writing 4.0, Speaking 4.0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CELPIP-G, PTE Core, TEF, or TCF scores accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Graduate Entrepreneur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For recent NL graduates who have started or bought a local business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility Criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be at least <strong>21 years old<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed <strong>at least two years of in-person, full-time study<\/strong> at Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a <strong>valid PGWP<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a <strong>business continuity plan<\/strong> validated by a third-party<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have <strong>actively managed and owned<\/strong> a business (33.3% minimum ownership) for at least <strong>one continuous year<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business must:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be for-profit and income-generating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create at least <strong>1 full-time job<\/strong> for Canadian citizens or PRs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet <strong>CLB 7<\/strong> in English or French<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit an <strong>Expression of Interest (EOI)<\/strong> and receive an <strong>Invitation to Apply<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/New-Brunswick-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"New Brunswick\" class=\"wp-image-144519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/New-Brunswick-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/New-Brunswick-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/New-Brunswick-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/New-Brunswick.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Brunswick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/new-brunswick-immigration\/\"> New Brunswick<\/a> Private Career College Graduate Pilot offers a permanent residence pathway for international students who complete specific programs of study at eligible private career colleges in New Brunswick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidate Requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must meet all of the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Intent to Reside:<\/strong> Show strong ties to New Brunswick and your plans to stay long term.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Job Offer:<\/strong> Secure full-time, non-seasonal employment related to your field of study within 90 days of graduation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wage:<\/strong> Your offered wage must be competitive for your occupation in New Brunswick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Language:<\/strong> Minimum of CLB\/NCLC 5 in each language ability using an approved test (IELTS, CELPIP, PTE Core, TEF, or TCF).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education:<\/strong> Completion of an eligible program (minimum 10 months, with one 35-week exception) from an approved college.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PR Ready:<\/strong> You must be ready to apply for permanent residence with all required documentation on hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Work experience is not required to apply under this pilot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The province is also part of the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"> Atlantic Immigration Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prince Edward Island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no specific stream for international students under the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/prince-edward-island-immigration\/\"> Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the province is part of the<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/atlantic-immigration-pilot\/\"> Atlantic Immigration Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1760725220188\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can international students apply for permanent residence through Express Entry?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Graduates of eligible post-secondary programs in Canada can earn up to 30 additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, improving their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1760725226204\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Which provinces have immigration streams for international graduates?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Many provinces operate dedicated pathways for graduates, including Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Each has its own eligibility rules and application process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1760725231549\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need work experience to apply for permanent residence after study?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Work experience is required for most provincial streams, but not all. For example, the Manitoba Graduate Internship Pathway and New Brunswick Private Career College Graduate Pilot do not require work experience at the time of application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1760725236698\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long after graduation can I apply for provincial nominee programs?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most programs require applicants to apply within two years of graduation. However, some provinces, such as Quebec, allow up to 36 months from completing your program to submit your application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1760725242491\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can graduates from private colleges apply for immigration programs?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but eligibility depends on the province. New Brunswick and Nova Scotia offer pathways for graduates of certain approved private colleges, while other provinces restrict eligibility to graduates from public institutions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore all Canadian immigration pathways for international students \u2013 from Express Entry to provincial programs across Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":143911,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[99,9291],"tags":[71474,78510,78513,78511,78512],"class_list":["post-52889","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-c80-canada-immigration-news-articles","category-study-news","tag-atlantic-immigration-program","tag-canada-immigration-graduates","tag-express-entry-international-students","tag-pnp-for-international-students","tag-pr-after-study-canada","category-99","category-9291","description-off"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52889","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52889"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52889\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/143911"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52889"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52889"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52889"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}