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    Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program

    Prince Edward Island is one of the four Atlantic provinces of Canada, and it is one of the smallest provinces of Canada. This Canadian province offers exciting career opportunities and a progressive and supportive business environment for entrepreneurs. 

    Prince Edward Island is also part of the Canada PNP program and has a separate PNP program named the Prince Edward Island provincial nominee program. 

    Yearly, many skilled professionals and business entrepreneurs choose the Prince Edward Island immigration program to immigrate to Canada and explore better career opportunities. 

    If you are also planning to migrate to Prince Edward Island, Canada, this comprehensive guide is for you. It will provide all the information about Prince Edward Island PNP eligibility, PEI PNP processing time, and all related information. But, before proceeding, let us give you an overview of PEI PNP. 

    What is the Prince Edward Island PNP program? 

    The Prince Edward Island PNP program is a part of the Canada PNP program that aims to attract newcomers to the province. The PEI PNP selection process employs an expression of interest (EOI) method, a point-based system that assesses potential applicants before extending an invitation to apply.

    Different categories under Prince Edward Island provincial nominee program 

    The PNP has three significant classes with distinctive migration streams, adding adaptability to the program. The three classifications are:

    1. PEI express entry 

    PEI’s express entry class works by considering candidates currently in the federal express entry pool for a provincial election. Such an assignment adds 600 points to a candidate’s comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score and ensures an invitation to apply (ITA) for Canadian migration. 

    Prince Edward Island's PNP program is a way to get to Canada. To be considered for PEI express entry, competitors need to be qualified for one of the government financial migration classes, which are. 

    Candidates must meet the following requirements to apply under the Prince Edward Island express entry. 

    Program

    Education

    Work Experience

    Language Proficiency

    Other Requirements

    Federal skilled worker program (FSWP)

    Minimum: high school diploma

    One year of full-time continuous skilled work experience in NOC skill level 0, A, or B

    CLB 7 in English or French

    - At NOC levels 0, A, or B, work experience in a skilled profession is required.

    Canadian experience class (CEC)

    No minimum requirement

    One year of full-time skilled work experience in Canada within the last three years (NOC level 0, A, or B)

    CLB 7 (for NOC level 0 or A) and CLB 5 (for NOC level B)

    - Work experience in Canada does not need to be continuous

    Federal skilled trades program (FSTP)

    No minimum requirement

    Two years of continuous full-time experience working in a skilled field

    CLB 5 for Listening and Speaking, CLB 4 for Writing and Reading

    - Job offer in a skilled trade or a qualification certificate from a Canadian authority

    1. PEI labor impact 

    The PEI PNP labor impact is another unique immigration stream under the Prince Edward Island PNP program. It's meant for those individuals without a business who want to live and work in Prince Edward Island. 

    However, the individuals should hold specific skills, education, and professional levels required in the local labour market. Further, there are the following sub-categories under this.

    • Skilled worker stream 

    This business-driven stream permits skilled labourers with a work offer in PEI to be named for Canadian permanent residence if they meet the criteria.

    Requirement

    Details

    Work experience

    At least two years of continuous full-time employment within the previous five years

    Settlement funds

    Sufficient funds to support settlement in Canada

    Legal status

    Need to be in good standing in their nation

    Age

    Between 18-59 years

    Language proficiency

    Adequate proficiency in English or French for the job offered

    Education

    Post-secondary education completed, with a minimum of 14 years of formal education

    Job offer

    Full-time, long-term job offer (permanent or at least two years) in NOC skill level 0, A, or B from a PEI employer

    • Critical worker stream 

    It is an employer-driven stream that allows employers in PEI to hire workers for low-skilled positions they cannot fill through the local job market. Candidates must fulfil the Prince Edward Island PNP eligibility to apply under this sub-category. 

    Requirement

    Details

    Age

    Between 18-59 years

    Education

    Minimum secondary school education

    Settlement funds

    Sufficient funds for settlement

    Work experience in PEI

    Minimum of six months of work experience with the PEI business offering employment

    Job offer

    Full-time employment opportunity in any of the following fields:

    - Truck driver

    - Customer service representative

    - Laborer

    - Food & beverage server

    - Housekeeping attendant

    Intention to settle

    A sincere intention to relocate to Prince Edward Island

    Language proficiency

    Fundamental proficiency in English or French

    Work permit and legal status

    A legitimate work permit and legal status in Canada

    General work experience

    At least two years of continuous employment within the previous five years

    1. Prince Edward Island business impact category 

    The business impact pathway of the PEI PNP is designed for candidates who intend to actively manage and invest in a business located in Prince Edward Island. The following three categories further break down this PEI PNP immigration pathway:

    • Business impact pathway - 100% ownership rights

    As its name suggests, the 100% ownership category is reserved for foreign nationals who will own all company shares they formed in Prince Edward Island. The user may launch a brand-new company or acquire an existing PEI business.

    Candidates must fulfil the Prince Edward Island PNP eligibility to apply under this sub-category. 

    Requirement

    Details

    Business plan

    Provide a detailed plan for the business being bought in PEI.

    Active management

    To supervise the business, it is necessary to reside in Prince Edward Island and actively administer it. 

    Escrow agreement

    Sign an escrow agreement with a $200,000 deposit requirement.

    Investment

    Invest a minimum of $150,000 into the business in PEI.

    Business Criteria

    Details

    Corporation for profit

    The business must be a for-profit corporation in good standing with all obligations and debts.

    Establishment in PEI

    Must have a permanent establishment and corporate headquarters in PEI.

    Income Tax

    Pay all income tax on taxable income generated by the business.

    Minimum asset value

    The business must have assets with a minimum book value of $150,000.

    Economic benefit

    The organisation ought to generate substantial financial advantages for PEI.

    Owner Requirements

    Details

    Active business owner

    The business owner must play an active and ongoing role in managing the business.

    • Business impact pathway: Partial ownership category 

    Foreign nationals who want to purchase a portion of a business in the province rather than the entire enterprise can do so through the PEI PNP's partial ownership category under the firm Impact pathway. 

    The candidates must purchase a minimum of thirty percent of the company. As an alternative, they may choose to invest at least CAD 1,000,000 in the company's equity. To apply under this subcategory, candidates are required to fulfil the following Prince Edward Island immigration requirements. 

    Requirement

    Details

    Business plan

    Make a detailed plan for the partial ownership of the PEI business.

    Active management

    To supervise the business, it is necessary to reside in Prince Edward Island and actively administer it.

    Escrow agreement

    Sign an escrow agreement with a $200,000 deposit requirement.

    Investment

    Invest at least $150,000 into the business for partial ownership with a minimum of 33.3% voting shares, or invest a minimum of $1 million into the industry.

    • Business impact path: Work permit category 

    Applications under the Work Permit Category are open to foreign people who wish to move to Prince Edward Island and work for the company they intend to invest in. 

    It is an excellent choice for those who want to gain practical experience in day-to-day business operations before making a financial investment.

    If not, the conditions for the work permit category are comparable to those for the partial ownership category. Candidates must fulfil the Prince Edward Island PNP eligibility to apply under this sub-category. 

    Requirement

    Details

    Work visa

    Obtain a work visa for PEI.

    Business plan

    For partial or entire ownership, provide a comprehensive business plan.

    Active business operation

    Actively operate and manage the business by residing in PEI for an ongoing period.

    Performance agreement

    Sign the agreement for performance, including investment stipulations.

    Minimum investment

    Invest at least $150,000 into the business.

    Age

    21 to 59 years old.

    Education

    Possess at least a high school diploma.

    Net worth

    Possess a net worth of at least $600,000.

    Language proficiency

    Secure a minimum of 4.0 bands in the IELTS English test.

      How to apply for Prince Edward Island Canada?

      The following information explains the application process for Prince Edward Island, Canada. 

      1. Check your eligibility

      One of the steps in the application process for PEIP Canada is for the candidate to ensure their eligibility for the program they want to apply for and should ensure that they are entirely eligible to start the application process for PEIP Canada. 

      1. Choose the category 

      Candidates must choose the Prince Edward Island provincial nominee program category under which they wish to apply. Additionally, you must confirm that they are picking the right category that fits their eligibility.  

      1. Send an expression of interest 

      Before applying to the PEI provincial nominee program (PNP), a candidate interested in moving to Prince Edward Island must submit an expression of interest (EOI). By doing this, they express their desire to reside, work, or further their education in Prince Edward Island and bolster the local economy.

      1. Get a notification of interest 

      PEI PNP will send out a notification of interest (NOI) after reviewing the EOI and determining that the applicant's profile satisfies the province's economic needs. It permits the candidate to proceed to the following phases of the procedure.

      1. Submit required documents 

      The applicant has sixty days from the date of the NOI to turn in the required paperwork. These records attest to the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the data submitted in the EOI.

      1. Create an account

      Next, the candidate must register on the Prince Edward Island PNP website. The information must be accurate and current because this account will house all pertinent information and updates about the application process.

      1. Receive Nomination from PEIP Canada 

       After the PEI PNP authorities thoroughly review the applicant’s profile and documents, they will assess whether their qualifications align with the province’s needs. 

      If the application is accepted, PEI PNP will nominate them, adding 600 points to their comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score if express entry is linked.

      1. Get the invitation to apply (ITA)

      If the PEI PNP has enough additional CRS points, it may send the applicant an invitation to apply (ITA). After receiving the ITA, the individual can submit a complete application. 

      1. Submit complete application

      The applicant has 60 days from ITA receipt to submit a complete application to the PEI PNP for additional review and all necessary documentation.

      1. Wait for confirmation 

      After submitting their complete application, the applicant will wait for the PEI PNP's ultimate determination. If the application is accepted, the candidate will be granted official permanent residency in Canada and obtain a Confirmation of Permanent Residency (COPR) via their PEI profile.

      PEI PNP processing time

      The PEI PNP processing time duration varies based on various variables, including the volume of applications the province receives and the intricacy of each applicant's case. However, it can take several weeks to many months for the processing to be completed. Nevertheless, the typical application processing times for each category offered by PEIP Canada are listed below: 

      PEI PNP Stream

      Estimated Processing Time

      Express entry stream

      4-6 months

      Labour impact category

      6-8 months

      Business impact category

      18-24 months

      Prince Edward Island PNP fee 

      The following tabular representation explains the PEIP Canada fee:

      Fee Type

      Amount (CAD)

      Description

      Expression of interest (EOI) fee

      CAD 300

      Non-refundable fee for submitting your EOI.

      Application fee

      CAD 850

      Non-refundable fee for PR application processing.

      Right of permanent residence fee (RPRF)

      CAD 515

      Refundable if the PR application is not approved.

      Prince Edward Island PNP draw 2025

      The following information explains the Prince Edward Island PNP Draw cut-off list for 2025:

      24

      Prince Edward Island PNP latest draw 2025

      Invitation Date

      Business Work Permit Entrepreneur Invitations

      Minimum Point Threshold for Business Invitations

      Labour & Express Entry Invitations

      Total Invitations

      July 17, 2025

      1

      -

      659

      660

      June 19, 2025

      1

      150

      51

      52

      May 15, 2025

      0

      -

      168

      168

      April 17, 2025

      0

      -

      168

      168

      March 20, 2025

      0

      -

      124

      145

      Febuary 20, 2025

      0

      -

      87

      87

      January 24, 2025

      0

      -

      22

      22

      Prince Edward Island PNP latest draw 2025

      Invitation Date

      Business Work Permit Entrepreneur Invitations

      Minimum Point Threshold for Business Invitations

      Labour & Express Entry Invitations

      Total Invitations

      September 20, 2024

      2

      97

      46

      48

      August 22, 2024

      -

      -

      57

      57

      July 19, 2024

      2

      105

      84

      86

      June 24, 2024

      -

      -

      75

      75

      May 16, 2024

      -

      -

      0

      No invitations issued

      May 2, 2024

      -

      -

      6

      6

      April 18, 2024

      -

      -

      82

      82

      April 4, 2024

      -

      -

      66

      66

      March 21, 2024

      2

      80

      83

      85

      February 29, 2024

      -

      -

      24

      24

      February 14, 2024

      1

      105

      121

      122

      February 1, 2024

      -

      -

      78

      78

      January 18, 2024

      2

      80

      134

      136

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