New Brunswick Nominee Program (NBPNP)
What is the New Brunswick Immigrant Nominee Program?
The New Brunswick Immigrant Nominee Program (NBPNP) is a provincial immigration program that allows the province to nominate eligible skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates for Canadian permanent residency. The program is designed to address New Brunswick’s labor market and economic needs by attracting qualified candidates.
New Brunswick PNP
Immigration Categories under New Brunswick PNP
- Express Entry Labor Market Stream
- Entrepreneurial Stream
- Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream
- Skilled Worker with Employer Support Stream
Express Entry Labor Market NBPNP Category
This stream is aligned with the federal Express Entry system and provides expedited processing for skilled workers who meet the province’s labor market needs.
Labor Market Express Entry Stream New Brunswick Requirements
Program Requirements:
- Have an active Express Entry profile with a valid Job Seeker Code.
- Meet the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score set by the province.
- Have work experience in an in-demand occupation in New Brunswick.
- Meet the language requirement (CLB 7 in English or French).
- Have sufficient settlement funds as per IRCC requirements.
- Show a genuine intention to live and work in New Brunswick.
Factors of Selection:
- Age: Preferably between 22-55 years.
- Education: Minimum high school diploma (ECA required for foreign education).
- Work Experience: At least one year in a skilled occupation (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3).
- Language Proficiency: IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF scores meeting CLB 7.
- Job Offer: Not mandatory but preferred.
- Adaptability: Previous study, work, or family ties in New Brunswick.
Entrepreneurial NBPNP Category
This stream is designed for experienced business owners and senior managers who wish to establish or purchase a business in New Brunswick.
Requirements of the Program:
- Be aged between 21-59 years.
- Have a minimum net worth of CAD $600,000, with at least $300,000 liquid assets.
- Minimum three years of business ownership or senior management experience.
- Willing to invest at least CAD $250,000 in a New Brunswick business.
- Score at least 65 points on the Entrepreneurial Category Assessment Grid.
- Sign a Business Performance Agreement with the province.
Entrepreneurial Category Assessment Grid
| Factor | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| Age | 10 |
| Language Proficiency | 25 |
| Education | 20 |
| Work Experience | 10 |
| Business Plan | 15 |
| Adaptability | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial NBPNP Category
This stream is for international graduates from New Brunswick institutions who have started and operated a business in the province for at least one year.
Requirements of the Program:
- Must have graduated from a post-secondary institution in New Brunswick.
- Must have owned and operated a business in the province for at least 1 year.
- Be aged between 22-40 years.
- Have a valid post-graduate work permit (PGWP).
- Meet language requirements (CLB 7 or higher in English or French).
- Commit to living and working in New Brunswick.
Business Requirements:
- The business must be actively managed from New Brunswick.
- Must be a for-profit entity generating revenue.
- The applicant must own 100% of the business.
Skilled Worker Applicants with Employer Support NBPNP Category
This stream is designed for individuals with a full-time, permanent job offer from a New Brunswick employer.
Requirements:
- A valid job offer from a New Brunswick employer.
- Relevant work experience in the offered position.
- Meet the language proficiency requirements (CLB 4 or higher).
- Intend to reside in New Brunswick
- Have the necessary qualifications and certifications for the job.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Express Entry Stream: 3-6 months
- Entrepreneurial Stream: 12-18 months
- Skilled Worker Stream: 6-12 months