Nova Scotia NSPNP

Four nominee streams since 18 February 2026. Worker streams carry a CAD 1,000 application fee from 1 September 2026.

Why Choose Nova Scotia?

The four NSNP streams in brief. Check the official Nova Scotia site for current rules.

Skilled Worker Stream

Workers with a full-time permanent Nova Scotia job offer. Includes the Construction, Physician and Occupations In-Demand sub-categories.

Job offer in a TEER 0 to 5 occupation
12 months and 1,560 hours of related work
CLB 5 (TEER 0 to 3) or CLB 4 (TEER 4 or 5)
Fee: CAD 1,000 if selected

Nova Scotia Graduate

Graduates of eligible Nova Scotia institutions with a matching job offer.

Program of 30+ weeks, mostly in Nova Scotia
Completed within the last 3 years
CLB 5; age 19 to 55
Fee: CAD 1,000 if selected

Entrepreneur Stream

Business owners establishing or buying a business in Nova Scotia.

Net worth: CAD 600K (400K outside HRM)
Investment: CAD 150K (100K outside HRM)
3 years ownership or 5+ years senior management
Fee: CAD 2,000 after invitation

Nova Scotia: Express Entry

Express Entry candidates with Nova Scotia work experience.

Valid Express Entry profile
1 year of Nova Scotia work in TEER 0 to 3
CLB 7 (TEER 0 and 1) or CLB 5 (TEER 2 and 3)
Fee: CAD 1,000 if selected

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