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International Graduate in demand stream
Summary:
The International Graduates In-Demand Stream under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) helps recent international graduates who studied in Nova Scotia transition to permanent residency.
This stream is for graduates who have a full-time, permanent job offer in one of the province’s in-demand occupations. Eligible occupations are based on current labour shortages and may change over time.
Eligible Occupations
Applicants must have a valid job offer in one of the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes:
NOC 33102: Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates
NOC 42202: Early childhood educators and assistants
NOC 32124: Pharmacy technicians
NOC 32102: Paramedical occupations
These eligible occupations may be updated by the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
Have a full-time, permanent job offer from a Nova Scotia employer in one of the eligible NOC occupations.
Show that their job offer is directly related to their field of study.
Meet the education requirements for their occupation:
NOC 33102: Certificate, diploma, or degree in the field
NOC 42202: Diploma or degree in the field
NOC 32102 or 32124: Diploma in the field
Have completed a program of at least 30 weeks in length within the last 3 years, with at least 50% of studies completed in Nova Scotia.
Hold any required licenses or certifications from Nova Scotia regulatory authorities (if applicable).
Demonstrate language proficiency in English or French with at least CLB 5 in all four skills (test results must be less than 2 years old).
Be between 21 and 55 years old.
Have at least a high school diploma.
Show sufficient financial resources to successfully settle in Nova Scotia.
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Application Process
The application process involves three main steps:
Step 1 – Apply to the NSNP
Eligible candidates submit an application online through the Nova Scotia Nominee Program’s portal.
Step 2 – Receive a Provincial Nomination
If approved, the applicant receives a provincial nomination from Nova Scotia.
Step 3 – Apply for Permanent Residence
With a provincial nomination, candidates apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residency within 6 months. Spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children may be included in the application.
Note: This stream is not aligned with Express Entry, so federal processing times are longer and may exceed 12 months.
After Nomination
Successful applicants will receive a provincial nomination certificate from Nova Scotia, allowing them to submit a federal application for permanent residence. Once approved by IRCC, applicants and their families can settle permanently in Nova Scotia.
Fees
No fee is charged by the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration for this stream.
Applicants must pay standard federal fees when applying to IRCC for permanent residency.
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I’m Rashid Ali, a Licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant, having a designation of RCIC (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant) from the College of Citizenship & Immigration Consultants of Canada or CICC (Previously known as ICCRC). CICC is the official regulator of immigration consultants in Canada. I’m also a member of the Canadian Association for Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC).