Canada Permanent Residence 2026 : Pathways & Eligibility

About NBPNP Program 2026

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) offers a direct pathway to Canada PR through provincial nomination, ideal for skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs targeting Atlantic Canada immigration. This program connects candidates with New Brunswick’s labor market needs via an Expression of Interest (EOI) system, where profiles are scored on factors like job offers, language skills, education, and local ties—successful applicants gain nomination for faster Express Entry CRS boost or base PR applications.

Key NBPNP streams include the Skilled Worker Stream (requires employer job offer), Express Entry Labor Market Stream (for federal pool candidates with NB experience), Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream (for NB graduates starting businesses), and Critical Worker Pilot (targeting essential occupations). The province issues regular ITA draws prioritizing in-demand roles, making it accessible for Indians via best immigration consultants in Noida like Future Fly Services—start your NBPNP EOI today for seamless Canada PR settlement in this vibrant Atlantic hub.

New Brunswick PNP Stream Requirements 2026

NBPNP Stream	Key Requirements
Skilled Worker Stream	Full-time permanent job offer from NB employer (TEER 0-3), high school minimum, CLB 4+ English/French, age 19-55, intent to settle in New Brunswick
Express Entry Labor Market Stream	Active Express Entry profile, full-time NB job offer, 1+ year skilled work experience, CLB 7+ preferred, strong NB work/study connection
Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream	2-year degree from NB university/college, business management experience, CLB 7+ English/French, active business plan for New Brunswick
Critical Worker Pilot	Job offer in designated critical occupations, 1+ year relevant experience, high school minimum, CLB 4+ language, NB work permit preferred

New Brunswick PNP Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age – Age 19-55 preferred for Skilled Worker and Critical Worker streams. No strict age limit for Express Entry Labor Market Stream if you have strong New Brunswick connections. Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream flexible for recent NB graduates. Younger applicants receive preference in Expression of Interest scoring.
Occupation – Full-time permanent job offers required in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations for Skilled Worker Stream. Critical Worker Pilot targets specific in-demand occupations like healthcare aides, truck drivers, and manufacturing roles. Express Entry Stream accepts any TEER level with New Brunswick employer support.
Work Experience – Minimum 1 year of skilled work experience for Express Entry Labor Market Stream. Skilled Worker Stream accepts relevant experience matching job offer. Critical Worker Pilot requires experience in designated shortage occupations. Self-employment generally not accepted except entrepreneurial streams.
Education – Canadian high school diploma equivalency minimum for most streams. Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream requires 2-year degree/diploma from New Brunswick designated institution. Educational Credential Assessment required for foreign credentials. No university degree needed for Critical Worker roles.
English Language Proficiency – CLB 4 minimum for Skilled Worker and Critical Worker streams. CLB 7+ preferred for Express Entry Labor Market Stream. Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial requires CLB 7 in all abilities. Both English (IELTS/CELPIP) and French tests accepted. Lower levels accepted for semi-skilled positions.
Points Test – Expression of Interest system scores candidates on age, language, education, work experience, job offer, and New Brunswick connections. No fixed pass mark—invitations issued based on labor market needs. Express Entry candidates gain automatic 600 CRS points upon nomination.
Skills Assessment – Job offer from accredited New Brunswick employer serves as primary skills verification. No separate skills assessment required except where occupation-specific licensing applies (trades/healthcare). Employer must follow provincial hiring standards.
Health and Character Requirements – Medical examination from IRCC panel physician required for principal applicant and dependents. Police clearance certificates needed from all countries of residence since age 18. Must demonstrate good character with no serious criminality or security concerns.

New Brunswick PNP Fees & Processing Time

NBPNP Application Type	Processing Time	Fees (CAD)
Skilled Worker Stream (Single)	6-12 months	$250 NBPNP + $1,525 Federal
Express Entry Labor Market Stream	3-6 months	$250 NBPNP + EE fees
Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial	12-18 months	$250 application fee
Critical Worker Pilot	6-12 months	$250 NBPNP fee
Biometrics (per person)	N/A	$85

New Brunswick PNP Professionals 2026

Profession	Designation	NOC Code	Priority
Registered Nurses	Healthcare	31301	Highest
Software Developers	STEM	21232	High
Electronic Service Technicians	Trades	22311	High
Managers in Agriculture	Agriculture	80010	Targeted
Manufacturing Managers	Management	00014	Targeted
Transport Truck Drivers	Transport	75110	High
Agricultural Service Contractors	Agriculture	80021	Targeted