NSNP 2026: Nova Scotia Streams After Feb. Merger

For workers with a Nova Scotia job offer.

Full-time permanent NS job offer; 1 year of related experience (TEER 4/5 need 6 months with the employer); age 21–55; high school diploma; CLB 5 for TEER 0–3 or CLB 4 with test results for TEER 4–5; settlement funds. PGWP holders in TEER 5 are not eligible.

For recent graduates of Nova Scotia designated learning institutions in 4 specific NOCs.

Job offer in NOC 32102, 32124, 33102 or 42202 matching field of study; age 19–55; program of 30+ weeks at an NS designated learning institution, completed within 3 years with at least 50% done in NS; NS certification required; CLB 5.

For candidates in the federal Express Entry pool, merging the former Experience, Labour Market Priorities and Physicians streams.

At least 1 year of NS experience at TEER 0–3 (or an approved opportunity plus a Return for Service Agreement for physicians); age 21–55; Canadian high school or equivalent; CLB 7 (TEER 0–1) or CLB 5 (TEER 2–3); must have an IRCC Express Entry profile.

For experienced business owners/senior managers, and NS-institution graduates already running an NS business.

Age 21+; net worth of $600,000 ($400,000 outside HRM); invest at least $150,000 ($100,000 outside HRM); 3+ years as an owner-manager or 5+ years in senior management; CLB 5; by invitation only after an EOI; operate the business for 1 year before nomination.