Introduced in March of 2017, the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) works to recruit newcomers to the Atlantic Provinces giving a pathway to permanent residency to skilled foreign workers. While most immigrants have been drawn to the most populous cities of Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver, a great deal of work opportunity exists in these provinces, and this program offers a mutually beneficial opportunity for employers and immigrants alike.
Atlantic International Graduate Program
In general, you must:
- have a degree, diploma or other credential from a publicly funded institution in an Atlantic province
- have lived in an Atlantic province for at least 16 months in the 2 years before getting your degree, diploma or credential
- take a language test to prove language proficiency
- show you can support yourself and your family when you come to Canada
Work experience is not required for international graduates hired through the Atlantic Immigration Pilot.
Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program
In general, you must:
- have worked in a job that requires a high school education and/or job-specific training for at least a year
- have at least a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent education
- take a language test to prove language proficiency
- show you can support yourself and your family when you come to Canada
Atlantic High-Skilled Program
In general, you must:
- have worked in a management, professional or technical/skilled job for at least a year
- have at least a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent education
- take a language test to prove language proficiency
- show you can support yourself and your family when you come to Canada