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Atlantic Immigration Program
Hire qualified foreign workers permanently in Atlantic Canada
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
The Atlantic Immigration Program is an employer-driven pathway to permanent residence that helps designated employers in Canada’s Atlantic provinces hire skilled foreign workers and international graduates for jobs they have not been able to fill locally. It supports eligible recruitment, endorsement, settlement planning, and, in some cases, temporary work permits, but no maximum funding amount is stated.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- International
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Atlantic Immigration Program is open to both employers in the four Atlantic Canadian provinces (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador) and to skilled foreign workers or international graduates from Canadian institutions who are seeking permanent residency in these provinces.- Employers must become designated by the provincial government to hire through the program.
- International candidates must have a job offer from a designated employer.
- Candidates can be recent graduates from recognized post-secondary institutions in Atlantic Canada or skilled workers, either living abroad or as temporary residents in Canada.
Who is not eligible
Some types of companies may not be eligible for the Atlantic Immigration Program grant. Common exclusions include:
- Companies that do not operate in one of the Atlantic provinces
- Companies that do not have designated status from the provincial government
- Companies that do not meet the program's job requirements
Eligible geographic areas
This grant supports companies located in the Atlantic provinces of Canada to promote regional employment through international workers. The program specifically targets businesses unable to fulfill job vacancies with local talent.
- New Brunswick
- Nova Scotia
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Additional information
Here is an additional relevant detail for this grant:
- While there is no cost to become a designated employer, it is crucial to keep updated with each province's specific application process requirements as they may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Atlantic Immigration Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Atlantic Immigration Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?
The Atlantic Immigration Program is an employer-driven pathway to permanent residence that helps designated employers in Canada’s Atlantic provinces hire skilled foreign workers and international graduates for jobs they have not been able to fill locally. It supports eligible recruitment, endorsement, settlement planning, and, in some cases, temporary work permits, but no maximum funding amount is stated.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was July 9, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Atlantic Immigration Program program?
To be eligible for the Atlantic Immigration Program program, you must:
The employer must become a designated organization by the provincial government of the specific Atlantic province where the candidate will work.
Each province has its own application process for designation, which must be followed by the employer.
There is no cost to become a designated employer, but designation is a prerequisite for making job offers to international candidates.
Where is the Atlantic Immigration Program available?
The Atlantic Immigration Program program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Atlantic Immigration Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Atlantic Immigration Program is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Atlantic Immigration Program?
Atlantic Immigration Program is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Government of Canada
