In March 2017 the Government of Canada created several programs to encourage immigration to Eastern Canada through the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (the “AIPP“). The AIPP consists of the following three immigration programs. Atlantic High-skilled Program (“AHSP“) Atlantic Intermediate-skilled Program (“AISP“) Atlantic International Graduate Program (“AIGP“) In 2017 a maximum of 2,000 applications will be accepted, unless Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (“IRCC“) decides to increase the cap. Within the 2,000 cap, a maximum of 646 applications will be processed for people destined for New Brunswick, 792 applications applications will be submitted for people intending to live in Nova Scotia, 442 applications for Newfoundland and Labrador, and 120 applications for Prince Edward Island will be accepted for processing. The main attractiveness of the program compared to federal immigration programs appears to be lower language requirements and the ability of people working in National Occupational Classification (“NOC“) C to participate. Provincial Endorsements In each of the programs listed above, applicants must receive provincial endorsement. Provinces can only endorse individuals in support of applications for permanent residence made through the paper-based (non-Express Entry) process.Atlantic High-skilled Program. The PEI designation process is described in detail here. The Newfoundland designation process is described in detail here. The New … Read More