Nova Scotia Immigration – Immigration Programs and Requirements

Janice Thompson

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Updated On Jun 30, 2022

Nova Scotia Immigration

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Nova Scotia is one of Canada’s four Atlantic provinces, and it is situated on Canada’s east coast. If you’re thinking about moving to Canada but aren’t sure which province to choose, go with Nova Scotia.

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Nova Scotia (NS Canada) is famously known for its high quality of life owing to the good education facilities and employment opportunities. Also, because the province’s population is under one million, residents and many organizations place a high value on community ties.

A variety of services are available from various organizations to assist immigrants in settling in Nova Scotia. Such as,

ORGANISATION NAMES	SERVICES OFFERED
Immigrant Service Association of Nova Scotia	It provides information on relocating to, working in, and living in Nova Scotia.
YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs	It offers information on Nova Scotia’s language, culture, climate, and community.
Halifax Public Libraries language learning program	Provides assistance with the region’s official language.
Nova Scotia Interpreting Services	Assists with information on services provided by hospitals, government departments, and other organizations.
Working in Nova Scotia	Provides information on the recognition of international qualifications and regulated jobs.

Nova Scotia Immigration

Nova Scotia provides a number of immigration programs in order to attract a diverse range of individuals.

PROGRAMS	PURPOSE
Nova Scotia Demand Express Entry Program	This program is designed for highly qualified people who want to relocate to Nova Scotia and contribute to the province’s economy. To be considered for this program, you must either have a job offer from Nova Scotia or have work experience in demanding job categories.
Nova Scotia Experience Express Entry Program	This program is for highly qualified professionals who want to settle and work in the province of Nova Scotia. To be eligible for this program, you must have one year of work experience in a high-skilled occupation in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Skilled Worker Program	This program is designed for foreign nationals who have just completed their education and have talents that are in high demand in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Physicians	It’s for people who work in the medical field. This initiative is intended to help public health organizations that are in critical need of labour. You must have a legitimate employment offer from a Nova Scotia health organization to be eligible for this program.
Nova Scotia International Graduate Entrepreneur	This program is for those who have graduated from Nova Scotia institutions or colleges and have brought or founded a new business and have run it for a year. Individuals must plan to settle in Nova Scotia and meet the program’s other conditions to be eligible for this program.
Nova Scotia Entrepreneur	It is for experienced business owners or senior executives interested in investing in a company in Nova Scotia. Individuals interested in applying for this program must have a substantial net worth and either own or be prepared to invest in a new firm.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program	Nova Scotia is an Atlantic Canadian province that participates in the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP). This program is ideal for those who are new to the area and have received employment offers from the Atlantic region.

Requirements for some of the popular programs of Nova Scotia

PROGRAMS	REQUIREMENTS
Nova Scotia Express Entry	You must have worked in Nova Scotia for at least one year. You must be between the ages of 21 and 55 to qualify. You should have completed high school. In English/French, your language proficiency score should be CLB 7. You must enroll in the federal government’s Express Entry program.
Nova Scotia Physicians	You should have a job offer from a Nova Scotia Health organization. You must be committed to staying in Nova Scotia for at least two years. You must have the required amount of job experience. You must show that you have enough money to support yourself and your dependents in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Skilled Worker	In Nova Scotia, you should have a full-time employment offer. You should have at least one year of relevant work experience. You must be between the ages of 21 and 55 to qualify. You should have the necessary abilities and training. In English/French, your language proficiency score should be CLB 5. Should have required settlement funds.
Nova Scotia Entrepreneur	People above 21 years old are preferred. Wish to relocate to Nova Scotia and engage in active business operations. A net worth of at least 600,000 Canadian dollars is required. A minimum of 150,000 Canadian dollars should be invested. Work experience of at least three years is required. In all sections of the English/French exam, your language proficiency score should be CLB 5.