Provincial Notination Program
Looking to settle in Canada permanently but don’t meet the CRS score for Express Entry?
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) may be your best alternative. It allows Canadian provinces to nominate skilled workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs for Canadian permanent residency—even with moderate language scores or work experience.
Since 2020, Future Fly has helped 1,000+ Indian applicants secure PR through province-specific pathways under the PNP model.
What Is the Canada PNP and How Does It Help You Immigrate?
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is a Canadian immigration pathway where provinces and territories nominate individuals who have the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to their local economy.
There are two main types of PNP pathways:-
Base PNP Streams – Operate independently from Express Entry. Applications are paper-based and processing time is longer.
Enhanced PNP Streams – Linked to the federal Express Entry system, allowing faster PR processing and additional CRS points (up to 600).
Types of Canada PNP Programs by Category (2025–2026)
Skilled Worker PNP Streams:- For professionals with work experience in in-demand occupations. Provinces select workers who match local labor shortages.
Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream
BC Skilled Worker Stream
Saskatchewan Express Entry Stream
International Graduate Streams (Post-Study Work-Based PNP) :- For international students who studied in Canada and want to stay and work permanently.
Ontario Masters Graduate Stream
Manitoba International Education Stream
Nova Scotia International Graduate Program
Employer-Driven PNP Streams:- Applicants need a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. Ideal for applicants with LMIA-exempt offers or experience in Canada.
Alberta Employer-Driven Stream
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
New Brunswick Skilled Worker with Employer Support
Entrepreneur and Business Immigration Streams:- For individuals with business experience and capital to invest in Canadian provinces.
Ontario Entrepreneur Stream
BC Regional Pilot
Saskatchewan Entrepreneur Stream
Semi-Skilled or Entry-Level Worker Streams:- For occupations like trucking, hospitality, food service, and caregiving.
BC Entry-Level & Semi-Skilled Worker Stream
Alberta Opportunity Stream
Yukon Community Pilot
Province-Specific PNP Programs (Highlights for 2025–2026)
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP):- Popular for tech professionals, healthcare workers, and international graduates. CRS draws under the Human Capital Priorities Stream continue to invite profiles with 470+ CRS.
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP):- Highly active with weekly draws. Offers categories for Skilled Workers, International Graduates, and Tech occupations.
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) :- Ideal for professionals with 1+ year work experience in demand occupations (even without job offers). SINP uses an Expression of Interest (EOI) model.
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) :- A strategic program for candidates with relatively low CRS scores (as low as 300–325). Prioritizes work experience in Alberta or family connections.
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP):- Provides nomination to applicants with close relatives in Manitoba or study/work experience in the province. Friendly for Indian applicants.
Eligibility Criteria for PNP Canada (General Overview) :- While criteria vary by province, most require :-
A valid Express Entry profile (for enhanced streams)
CLB 5–7 in IELTS (varies by stream)
Work experience (1–3 years) in eligible NOC codes
Education (Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree/PG)
Settlement funds as per family size
Job offer or connection to province (in many cases)
Future Fly conducts a Free PNP Eligibility Evaluation for every client.
Application Process for Canada PNP Through Future Fly :-
Profile Assessment – We match your profile with high-demand PNP streams.
Express Entry Profile Creation (if applicable)
PNP EOI or Application Submission
Nomination Approval
600 CRS Boost (for enhanced streams)
Invitation to Apply for PR
Medical, Police Clearance & Biometrics
PR Approval and Landing Preparation
We guide you step-by-step, from document preparation to landing in Canada.
PNP Processing Time in 2025–2026:-
Type of Stream | Avg. Processing Time |
Enhanced (via Express Entry) | 6–8 months |
Base PNP (paper-based) | 12–18 months |
Employer-Supported Streams | 8–12 months |
Entrepreneur/Investor Streams | 12–24 months |
Benefits of Applying Through PNP in 2025–2026:-
Lower CRS Score Needed
Wider Occupation Options
Direct PR Pathway
Less Competition
Tailored to Your Experience and Location
2025–2026 Updates and Trends:-
Ontario and Alberta continue to hold targeted draws for healthcare, tech, and STEM roles
More opportunities for French-speaking applicants across OINP, NBPNP, and MPNP
BC PNP Tech program remains a top choice