Prince Edward Island immigration policy

Prince Edward Island (PEI) has attracted many immigrants in recent years due to a high quality of life, majestic natural scenery that, a healthy living environment, a good welfare regime, a health system that meets international standards and especially attractive immigration policies etc. So, if you intend to live permanently in Canada but don’t know which sate to live, Prince Edward Island will be a good suggestion for you. In this article, ApplyZones will provide you with several Prince Edward Island immigration programs for your reference, then make your decision.

Introduction to Prince Edward Island

If you are a fan of the classic film Anne with an E, surely the great scenes in the film will make you admire with many poetic and spectacular natural landscapes. The landscape is set from the province of Prince Edward Island (PEI), one of the provinces located in the east of Canada.

Prince Edward Island is one of the four Atlantic provinces of Canada, located on the east coast of the country. It is the smallest province in Canada with a population of nearly 200,000 and is named after Prince Edward Augustus, Duke of Kent and Strathearn of England. Its largest city and also capital is Charlottetown.

The weather in Edward is cool in springs, warm in summers and the air is comfortable with average temperatures (the highest summer temperature is 30 degrees Celsius). In autumn, the weather is pleasant although there may be occasional snowstorms, while in the winter there is usually heavy rain and snow.

The province of Edward has a long coastline, so its main economic sectors are agriculture, aquaculture and fishing. With a prime location located among other Canadian provinces such as Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland, PEI offers excellent opportunities for economic development and access to potential markets in Europe and North America by sea, road and air.

Besides, the province's tourism industry is also very developed with many majestic natural landscapes. Here you will feel like you've just entered a brilliant fairy garden with vast potato fields or pristine fishing villages etc., all embellishing a peaceful and romantic PEI.

Besides the developed economy, PEI also has an extremely developed education system. All citizens under the age of 20 will receive free education from kindergarten to Year 12. On Prince Edward Island, there is the only public-funded university, Prince Edward Island University. This is one of the most historic universities in Canada and one of the 10 universities with the best facilities in Canada.

In addition, Prince Edward Island is also known as one of the most livable places with the lowest crime rate in Canada, good security system and convenient transportation system that makes travel to nearby provinces easy and smooth. In particular, it is also rated as one of the places with the best air quality, no pollution and a peaceful living environment suitable for living and working.

Prince Edward Island immigration policy

Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee-Pei PNP is aimed at improving the state's economic benefits through immigration. Immigrants possessing skills and experiences that match the province's criteria will have the opportunity to receive a Prince Edward Island provincial nomination, allowing foreigners to apply for a Canadian permanent residence faster than other Canadian immigration programs.

You can apply for permanent residence through the following immigration programs:

Skilled Worker Category

Eligibilities:

Ages of 21-59
Achieve a minimum of 50 points on the scale given by Prince Edward Island
Have a long-term job from an employer in Prince Edward Island with skill level O, A or B of NOC.
Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience within 5 years of application date.
Have qualifications equivalent to postgraduate education.
Have legal status in Canada.
English or French proficiency.
Attend an interview at the Immigration Office if required.
Proof of financial resources to ensure the ability to pay for the applicant and family during the immigration process.
Give intent and attest to your intention to join the Prince Edward Island Provincial Skilled Worker program.

Low-skilled Worker Category

You can apply for permanent residency through the low skilled worker program of the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) if you are currently working on PEI.

The program allows Prince Edward Island business owners to recruit low-skilled workers when they cannot find other workers in the local job market.

To eligible, you must meet the following conditions:

Achieve a minimum of 50 points on the scale of Prince Edward Island.
Have a long-term job from an employer in Prince Edward Island, included in the NOC C or D occupations. Specifically, the following occupations: truck drivers, customer service officers, waiters/waitresses, housekeepers.
Have at least 6 months of full-time work experience for an employer on Prince Edward Island.
Have at least 2 years of experience with a full-time job within 5 years of application date.
Attend an interview at the Immigration Office (if required).
Ages of 21 and 59.
Having a diploma or credential of high school education
Have legal status in Canada.
Fluency in English or French and a certificate of passing NLC 4
Proof of financial resources to ensure the ability to pay for the applicant and family during the immigration process.
Give intent and attest to your intention to join the Prince Edward Island Provincial Skilled Worker program

Skilled workers in PET

Another immigration program that you can refer to is Skilled workers in PET

Eligibilities:

Achieve a minimum score of 50 points on the scale given by Prince Edward Island.
Long-term employment from an employer in Prince Edward Island, at NOC O, A, or B skill level
Have a legal work permit in Canada.
Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience within 5 years of application date.
Have a degree or equivalent credential of completion of postgraduate education.
Having legal status in Canada.
English or French proficiency.
Attend an interview at the Immigration Office if required.
Ages of 21 to 59.
Proof of financial resources to ensure the ability to pay for the applicant and family during the immigration process.
Give intent and attest to your intention to join the Prince Edward Island Provincial Skilled Worker program

International Graduates Category

If you have graduated from a post-secondary institution recognized by Prince Edward Island and are currently working in the province, you can apply for permanent resident nomination through the International Graduates Category of Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP).

This program allows PEI employers to select highly skilled workers that they cannot find in the local job market labor force.

Eligibilities:

Have a full-time job offer (permanent or at least 2 years) from an employer on Prince Edward Island at skill level NOC 0, A or NOC B;
Have at least 6 months of work for PEI employers in a position directly related to post-secondary education received in PEI;
Have a valid post-graduation work permit and legal status in Canada;
Attend an interview with staff from the office (if required)
Have completed post-secondary education (minimum 2 years of study) from a public-funded post-secondary institution
Ages of 21-59;
Sufficient English and/ or French language skills to perform the required work;
Sufficient financial resources to cover all immigration costs (including travel costs) for you and your family to settle in the PEI;
Demonstrate a desire to live permanently in Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island immigration under a work permit category

To be eligible for this program, you must:

Have a minimum and identifiable personal property value of $ 600,000 accumulated through legal sources
Have at least a minimum of high school or higher education;
Ages of 21-59 at the time of application
Have had past transfer management skills and work experience or business ownership in the past;
IELTS 4.0 and Frenchproficiency equivalent;
Intend to live and work in Prince Edward Island while providing daily and ongoing operations management for your PEI-based company
Attend an interview with staff from the Immigration Office.
Meet the terms and conditions of the implementation agreement signed with the immigration office.

Above are several Prince Edward Island immigration policies that you can refer to choose the most appropriate immigration path for yourself. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask here or contact ApplyZones for answers.

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