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The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) executed another expression of interest (EOI) draw, marking the inaugural session in October.
On October 5, 2023, PEI PNP’s recent draw saw 20 candidates receiving Invitation to Apply (ITAs) exclusively under the Labour & Express Entry stream. The Business Work Permit Entrepreneur stream candidates were not included in this particular draw.
Details Of PEI PNP Draw: October 5, 2023
Labour and Express Entry: 22 Invitations
For the previous draw dated October 5, 2023, ITAs were allocated to professionals affiliated with:
- • Healthcare sectors
- • Food Processing sectors
Reviewing the data of the last 12 months, PEI PNP has extended a cumulative of 2428 invitations.
The distribution is as follows:
- • 2361 individuals from the Labour & Express Entry stream
- • 67 professionals aligned with Business Work Permit Entrepreneur stream
In the data analysis, 3% of the total invitations sent in the last 12 months were business invitations, while labor invitations led the way at 97%.
How to Apply for the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program?
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) allows the province to nominate individuals for Canadian permanent residence who can contribute to the local economy, particularly in sectors where there is a skills shortage. Here are the steps to apply:
Determine Your Eligibility:
- • Check if you’re eligible: Determine the category under which you are applying. The PEI PNP has several streams, such as the Business Impact Category & Labour Impact Category Every category comes with distinct qualifying conditions.
- • Gather your documents: Make sure you have all the necessary documents ready including language test results, education assessment etc.
Create an Expression of Interest (EOI) Profile:
- • EOI Profile: Create an EOI profile online and enter into the PEI PNP EOI pool.
- • Score: Applicants are scored based on various factors including age, language, education, work experience, etc.
Receive an Invitation to Apply:
- • Invitation: Wait for an invitation to apply for provincial nomination. Applicants with the highest marks are given invitations.
- • Accept the invitation: If invited, you will receive instructions on the next steps to take.
Submit Your Application:
- • Complete the application: Fill the application form correctly and attach all the required documents.
- • Pay the fee (if applicable): Pay processing fees if required. Fees may vary depending on the stream.
Wait for a Decision:
- • Assessment: The province will evaluate your application. This may include reviewing your documents, verifying your information, and potentially asking for additional information.
- • Nomination: If your application is approved, you will be nominated for permanent residence in Canada.
- • After receiving the provincial nomination, you should:
Apply for Canadian Permanent Residence:
- • Federal application: Use your provincial nomination to apply for permanent residence through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
- • Processing time: Wait for your submission to be evaluated. Processing time may vary.
