The NBPNP is a provincial immigration program of New Brunswick where prospective immigrants with the skills and experience targeted by the province may receive a Nomination Certificate, which will them to apply for Canadian permanent residence. Processing times are often faster than other Canadian immigration classes and applications are accepted under the following immigration categories:

• Express Entry Labour Market Stream
• Skilled Workers with Family Support
• Skilled Workers with Employer Support
• Business Applicants

Express Entry Labour Market Stream

This stream allows the NBPNP to use the federal Express Entry immigration selection system to meet New Brunswick's specific labour market and demographic needs. This stream operates under an Expression of Interest model.

Skilled Workers with Family Support

New Brunswick accepts applications under this category from individuals who have worked in New Brunswick and have close family ties to the province.

Skilled Workers with Employer Support

New Brunswick accepts applications under this category from individuals who have received a full-time, permanent job offer from a New Brunswick employer.

Business Applicants

New Brunswick accepts applications under this category from individuals who plan to own and actively manage a business in New Brunswick. Applicants are expected to make a monetary investment in the business.