base provincial nomination

Enhanced vs. Base Provincial Nominations—What is the difference? There are two forms of provincial nominations—the base version, and enhanced nominations.

Since its implementation in 1998, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has helped a plethora of people immigrate to Canada. Candidates looking to apply through the PNP will potentially have two streams of nomination available to them: the regular (base) PNP (separate from Express Entry) or the Express Entry-aligned (enhanced) PNP. Get a Free Canadian Immigration […]

By Asheesh Moosapeta

What is the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program? The BC PNP is for skilled workers, graduates and healthcare professionals who wish to immigrate to the province.

British Columbia is Canada’s westernmost province and home to the country’s third largest city, Vancouver. The province’s economy is reliant on a strong natural resources sector, which focuses on forestry and mining.

By Julia Hornstein

What is the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)? Canada’s first PNP now nominates over 5,000 applicants a year.

Manitoba was the first province to launch the Provincial Nominee Program in 1998. Since its launch, Manitoba has tremendously benefitted from immigration to the province through the PNP, which has played a major role in the province’s population, labour force and economic growth.

By Julia Hornstein

What is the history of the Provincial Nominee Program? The PNP is crucial for the economic growth of the provinces and territories in Canada.

Prior to the launch of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), the majority of Canada’s immigrants settled in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia. In the early 1990’s, the Prairie provinces (such as Manitoba and Saskatchewan) and Atlantic provinces (such as New Brunswick and Nova Scotia) were concerned about the low amount of immigration to their regions. […]

By Julia Hornstein