Nova scotia pnp latest news

Here are the latest news and updates on the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):

Latest Draw Results:

• The most recent draw for the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) was held on March 17, 2023. A total of 145 invitations were issued to candidates in the Skilled Worker stream, with a minimum score of 67 points.
• The previous draw was held on February 17, 2023, and issued 140 invitations to candidates in the Skilled Worker stream, with a minimum score of 65 points.

Program Updates:

• The NSNP has introduced a new stream for International Graduate Entrepreneur (IGE) candidates. This stream is designed for international students who have graduated from a Nova Scotia university and want to start their own business in the province.
• The NSNP has also introduced a new stream for Skilled Workers in the Technology Sector. This stream is designed to attract highly skilled technology professionals to work in Nova Scotia.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The NSNP has updated its eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker stream. Candidates must now have a minimum of one year of work experience in their field, and a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in English or French.
• The NSNP has also updated its eligibility criteria for the International Graduate Entrepreneur stream. Candidates must now have a minimum of one year of work experience in their field, and a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in English or French.

Processing Times:

• The NSNP has reported that processing times for the Skilled Worker stream are currently around 6-8 months. Processing times for the International Graduate Entrepreneur stream are around 3-6 months.

Fees:

• The NSNP has updated its fees for the Skilled Worker stream. The application fee is now $300 CAD, and the processing fee is $500 CAD.
• The NSNP has also updated its fees for the International Graduate Entrepreneur stream. The application fee is now $300 CAD, and the processing fee is $500 CAD.

Contact Information:

• For more information on the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program, please visit the official website of the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration at www.novascotiaimmigration.com.
• You can also contact the NSNP directly by email at [email protected] or by phone at 902-424-5111.

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