Northwest Territories PNP
The Northwest Territories is not technically a Canadian province, it is a territory that has one of the largest surface areas and a slightly warmer climate than Canada’s other territories. The Northwest Territories are not very densely populated, which means there are opportunities for foreign workers seeking employment. Here are some of the ways to qualify for Canada permanent residency under the Northwest Territories PNP.
Northwest Territories PNP Skilled Worker Stream
Foreign nationals with a valid job offer in a skilled occupation from an employer in the Northwest Territories and who meet the requirements for the position may qualify for this stream. In order to make a valid offer of employment that can be used by the applicant to qualify under this Northwest Territories PNP stream, the employer must be able to demonstrate that:
Requirements for a valid offer of employment NTPNP:
They have an available position and a candidate they want to nominate
They must be in good standing with the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) for Nunavut and the Northwest Territories and the Employment Standards Office
They have been in operation for at least one year in a registered business
They tried to recruit among Canadians and permanent residents for the position and they must submit a summary of their results
They must submit a positive Labour Market Opinion (LMO) or
Complete Section 1.C of the Skilled Worker Application Form if they do not have a copy of their LMO.
After the employer has applied, the potential nominee/employee must demonstrate the following:
Be accredited or have the certification required for the position or trade and meet any territorial certification or liscensing requirements
Have work experience related to the position
Have sufficient finances to support themself in the Northwest Territories
They can communicate in English or French
Note: Refugee claimants are ineligible for a nomination under this program.
Employer Driven Program-
Northwest Territories: Express Entry Stream
Candidates must be eligible to enter the federal Express Entry pool by qualifying for one of the three federal immigration programs, namely the
Federal Skilled Worker
Federal Skilled Trades or
Canadian Experience Class
Eligibility to enter the federal Express Entry pool may allow eligible for the Northwest Territories Express Entry Stream. This would allow the nominations of certain potential immigrants who meet the criteria of the Skilled Worker Stream.
Requirements for Northwest Territories PNP Critical Impact Worker Stream:
Foreign nationals who work in low-skilled or unskilled occupations
Is offered their current position on a full-time permanent basis
be a valid candidate for a vacant position that they have been filling
The employer must be able to demonstrate that:
They have a potential candidate in mind for the vacant position
They are in good standing with the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) for Nunavut and the Northwest Territories and the Employment Standards Office
They have been registered as a business and in operation for at least six months
They tried to recruit among Canadians and permanent residents for the position and they must submit a summary of their results
They must submit a positive Labour Market Opinion (LMO)
After the employer has applied, the potential nominee/employee must also apply and demonstrate the following:
Have a temporary work permit that allows them to work in Canada
Have worked in the same position for at least the past six months
Have any work experience that may be required for the position
Have sufficient finances to support themselves in the Northwest Territories
They can communicate in English or French. The nominee must undergo language testing from an agency that is approved by the CIC.
Note: Refugee claimants are ineligible for a nomination under this program.
Business Driven Programs
Northwest Territories PNP Entrepreneur Business Stream:
Individuals may seek to invest in or set up a business venture in the Northwest Territories and may qualify under this category.
Requirements for Northwest Territories PNP Entrepreneur Business Stream:
- Plan to invest at least $300,000 CAD in a business in Yellowknife or $150,000 CAD in a business outside of Yellowknife
- Demonstrate their net worth is at least $500,000 CAD if the business is located in Yellowknife, or a minimum of $250,000 CAD if the business is located outside Yellowknife Make a $75,000 CAD refundable deposit guaranteeing the execution of the Performance Agreement, signed between the province and the applicant
- Demonstrate knowledge of the markets and the Northwest Territories as well as their economy
- Have basic language proficiency in English or French
- Meet the minimum skills and education requirements to execute the business plan Northwest Territories PNP Self-Employed Business Stream The Self Employed Stream of the NTNP’s Business Driven Program is permanently closed.
Northwest Territories PNP Self-Employed Business Stream
The Self Employed Stream of the NTNP’s Business Driven Program is permanently closed.
