Becoming a permanent resident of Nova Scotia is a life-enriching decision. You'll be able to enjoy an exceptional quality of life, beautiful environment and diverse economy. And it could all begin through the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP).

The NSNP encourages qualified immigrants to settle in our communities to help the province satisfy its industrial, economic and labour-market needs. The Program is designed to help Nova Scotia employers fill critical skill shortages in the permanent workforce and to create economic benefit for the provincial economy.

If you meet the NSNP requirements, you could share the benefits of living and working in Nova Scotia. Currently, one of the biggest advantages of the NSNP is its significantly faster processing time. The NSNP could enable you to quickly gain work experience and income at the same time that you become accustomed to life in Nova Scotia.

As of July 1, 2006, a number of changes have been made to the Nova Scotia Nominee Program.  Please refer to the following documents for further information about these changes:

Frequently Asked Questions: NSNP Changes - October 16, 2006

Notice to Stakeholder: NSNP changes - October 13, 2006

To explore an opportunity through the NSNP, select one of the following two options:

• Skilled Worker Stream: for immigrants who can fill a skill shortage
  
  
• Economic Stream: for experienced managers and business owners 

  Please Note: The province will not be accepting any new applications under the economic stream for the balance of the 2006 calendar year.