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Critical Worker Stream
Summary:
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) – Critical Worker Stream helps Island employers fill intermediate-skilled positions that cannot be met through the local labour market.
This is an employer-driven stream: applicants must already be employed in PEI and have a valid job offer. Successful candidates may apply for permanent residency once nominated.
Note: PEI’s immigration pathways are dependent on federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and labour market needs. At present, priority is being given to health care, trades, childcare, and other high-demand sectors. Applications from sales and service workers may not be invited at this time.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the PEI Critical Worker Stream, you must:
Have a full-time, non-seasonal job offer (minimum 2 years) from a PEI employer in a TEER 4 or 5 occupation.
Have completed at least 6 months of continuous, full-time employment with the PEI employer.
Hold a valid work permit and maintain legal status in Canada.
Have a secondary school diploma (minimum).
Be 18 to 59 years of age.
Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience or relevant education in the last 5 years.
Provide language test results (IRCC-approved, within last 2 years) with a minimum of CLB/NCLC 4.
Show sufficient settlement funds to cover immigration and travel costs for yourself and family members.
Demonstrate a genuine intention to live and settle in PEI.
Special Rule for Trucking Sector (NOC 73300)
Effective August 19, 2021, trucking applicants must:
Have at least 12 months of long-haul driving experience, and
Hold a job offer from an eligible PEI employer.
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Application Process
Review the Workforce Application Guide before applying.
Create an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile in the PEI system.
Requires passport details and a valid email address.
Only one active profile is allowed at a time.
Profiles remain active for 6 months.
Maintain up-to-date information in your profile.
Changes before invitation → update your EOI.
Changes after invitation → notify the Office immediately (may affect decision).
Invitation to Apply (ITA): If selected, you’ll receive an email with file number and submission instructions.
Application Submission:
Complete the applicant forms.
Employer must complete the PEIW-02: Job Offer Form.
Optional: PEIW-03 Use of Representative Form if using an authorized consultant or lawyer.
Fees
EOI Profile: No cost
Application Fee (if invited to apply): $300 CAD (non-refundable)
Payment accepted by Mastercard, Visa, Mastercard Debit, or Visa Debit
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