NORTH EAST TERRITORIES
More over a million square kilometers of area and just over 47,000 people make up Canada’s most populous northern region – the Northwest Territories. Numerous immigration pathways lead to permanent residency in Canada.
North east territories and Nunavut PNP schemes encourage company owners and entrepreneurs of all skill levels and from all sectors to open up shop in this underserved northern area.
Northwest Territories Express Entry: This program is designed to help highly skilled workers with experience in certain occupations immigrate to the Northwest Territories more quickly through the federal Express Entry system.
Northwest Territories Employer Driven: This program allows employers in the Northwest Territories to hire foreign workers for positions they are unable to fill with Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Candidates must have a job offer & meet certain eligibility requirements.
Northwest Territories Business Driven: It is aimed at entrepreneurs and business owners who want to start or purchase a business in the Northwest Territories. Candidates must have a minimum net worth ($300,000), invest a certain amount in the business, & have business experience.
The Critical Impact Worker: The Critical Impact Worker program in the North East Territories and Nunavut is designed to address specific labor shortages in remote and isolated communities. It allows employers to hire foreign workers for positions that are crucial to the local economy and community development.