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Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) – Your Direct Route to Canadian PR
The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) is an exclusive, employer-driven pathway designed to welcome highly motivated skilled workers and international graduates to the vibrant, opportunity-rich provinces of Atlantic Canada, i.e. New Brunswick | Newfoundland and Labrador | Nova Scotia | Prince Edward Island. Discover how GTR Worldwide can transform your aspirations into reality through this strategic immigration route.
Why Now Is the Strategic Time to Secure Your PR
The shift from the pilot project (AIPP) to the permanent Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) solidifies this region as a stable, long-term immigration destination. Atlantic Canada is currently experiencing an unprecedented demand for skilled foreign talent. For qualified Indian professionals, the AIP offers a strategic, job-offer-based pathway that bypasses many of the traditional, point-heavy Express Entry hurdles. This is your clearest, most supported path to permanent residency.
Are You Ready to Achieve Your Canadian Dream?
The Atlantic Immigration Program is specifically designed for skilled workers and international graduates looking to settle in Canada’s four Atlantic provinces. The AIP offers a significantly streamlined, faster-track immigration route, directly connecting you with designated employers who need your skills. By focusing on job creation and settlement support, this program is the ideal opportunity for Indian candidates to secure PR for the entire family with reduced processing timelines and focused requirements.
Why Choose the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
The AIP is a cornerstone initiative by the Canadian government to drive economic vitality across the Atlantic Provinces. These provinces (New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island) have critical labour needs that the AIP addresses by attracting global expertise.
Benefit for Indian Applicants
For Indian applicants, the Atlantic Immigration Program offers a job-offer–driven pathway to PR, meaning your application is directly tied to employment rather than long general pool waits. It features more relaxed requirements (such as CLB 4 and comparatively lower settlement funds), typically faster processing so you can move and start working sooner, and built-in support from employers and designated service providers to help you and your family settle smoothly.
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) Milestones: A Legacy of Growth
The AIP was launched in 2017 to proactively address acute labour shortages. Its success laid the foundation for the current permanent program.
Historical Capacity & Growth
Under the 2021 Immigration Level Plan, the government set an ambitious goal to invite 6,250 immigrants through the AIPP. This aggressive scaling demonstrated the federal commitment and the surging demand for skilled workers across Atlantic Canada.
Permanent Program Commitment
The overwhelming success and vital economic contribution of the pilot led to its permanent establishment as the AIP in January 2022. This ensures the continued, reliable influx of global talent and solidifies the AIP as a cornerstone permanent residency stream.
Application Process: Your 4-Step AIP Pathway
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
The AIP process is employer-driven, making it highly effective once a job offer is secured.
Check Eligibility
Must meet core criteria: Job offer from a designated employer, valid education (ECA required for foreign degrees), CLB/NCLC 4+, and required settlement funds.
Secure Job Offer
Candidate secures a full-time, non-seasonal job offer from an AIP Designated Employer in the chosen province. Employer provides the official Offer of Employment form.
Endorsement & Settlement
The Employer/Candidate collaborates with a GTR settlement provider to finalize the Settlement Plan. The employer submits the endorsement application to the provincial government.
Apply for PR
Once endorsed by the province, the candidate submits the final Permanent Residency application to IRCC. Optional: An LMIA-exempt Work Permit (up to 1 year) can be requested to begin work immediately.
New Brunswick (NB): Bilingual Hub and Economic Driver
New Brunswick stands out as Canada's only officially bilingual province, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, rich cultural diversity, and ample economic opportunity. Strategically located as the vital land bridge connecting Atlantic Canada to the rest of North America, NB boasts a robust, balanced economy across multiple sectors, making it an excellent destination for skilled professionals.
New Brunswick, known for its rich cultural diversity and natural beauty, is the only officially bilingual province in Canada. This unique province forms the vital land bridge that connects Atlantic Canada to the rest of North America. It’s a province that boasts a balanced blend of industry and service sectors, making it a key player in Canada's economy.
New Brunswick's goods-producing sector is robust, with industries that play a crucial role in the province’s economy. Agriculture and forestry are among the leading contributors, with fertile lands and vast forests supporting these industries. The province is known for producing high-quality agricultural products and timber, which are in demand both locally and internationally.
Food processing is another key industry in New Brunswick, leveraging the province’s agricultural strength to create jobs and products that are exported around the world. The region is particularly known for its seafood processing industry, including lobster, scallops, and salmon, which are some of Canada’s top exports.
Freight transport is also a major industry in New Brunswick, with the province serving as a central hub for railways and trucking. Its strategic location as a land bridge makes it an important player in freight transport, connecting Atlantic Canada to the rest of North America.
While the goods-producing sector is significant, most of New Brunswick’s workforce is employed in the services-producing sector. This sector encompasses a wide range of industries, including media, health services, education, and tourism.
New Brunswick’s media industry is growing, with local television, radio, and newspapers playing a vital role in both English and French communities. The province’s tourism sector is also noteworthy, attracting visitors with its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences.
New Brunswick’s economy is further strengthened by its oil and shipbuilding industries. The province is home to Canada’s largest oil refinery, located in Saint John, which plays a significant role in the country's energy sector. Shipbuilding is another key industry, with the province’s shipyards contributing to Canada’s naval and commercial fleets.
According to the latest update from the province of Brunswick, it will only accept applications from foreigners living outside Canada in the fields of health care, construction and education. (excluding NOCs 12200, 13110, 14400, 60020, 60030, 62010, 62020, 63200, 63202, 64100, 64301, 64314, 64409, 94140, 94142).
New Brunswick provides a dynamic economy, a low cost of living, and a unique bilingual nature, making it highly attractive for both Anglophone and Francophone professionals seeking a high-quality, culturally rich life and a smooth path to settlement.
Explore the opportunities in New Brunswick today and discover why this province is not just a gateway to Atlantic Canada, but a thriving center of industry, culture, and innovation.
Nova Scotia (NS): Coastal Powerhouse and Cultural Capital
Nova Scotia, located on Canada’s eastern coast, is defined by its deep maritime heritage and dynamic, diversified economy. Known for stunning landscapes and a population nearing 1 million, NS is a leading Canadian contributor in resources and tourism.
Highly diversified economy blending sea and land resources, yielding substantial contributions to Canada's economic output.
Home to one of Canada's busiest ports, critically supporting international Shipping, Trade, and Logistics sectors.
Crucial roles in Forestry (lumber, paper) and Mining (coal, gypsum, limestone), providing stable employment and export revenue.
The largest city and political capital, serving as a vibrant hub for commerce, historic landmarks, and cultural festivals.
Features the oldest and most vital industry, making NS a leading producer of high-demand seafood like lobster, scallops, and fish.
With a population nearing 1 million, the province offers abundant job creation and growth prospects across diverse sectors.
Scenic coastal beauty (like the Cabot Trail), rich history, and vibrant culture make tourism a major, expanding economic driver.
Nova Scotia offers stability, economic growth, and an unmatched quality of life along the stunning Atlantic coast.
Newfoundland & Labrador (NL): Economic Frontier and Cultural Resilience
Newfoundland & Labrador (NL) represents Canada’s true Eastern Frontier—a province of breathtaking, resilient beauty and burgeoning economic opportunity. It masterfully balances centuries of deep-rooted, distinctive cultural identity with strategic investments in technology and resource development. NL is an ambitious destination for professionals ready to build a life where tradition and innovation converge.
The capital and one of North America’s most ancient cities, serving as the central hub for governance, learning, and modern entrepreneurial growth.
A robust backbone of export revenue driven by prolific offshore oil, massive hydroelectric generation, and vital mineral deposits.
Celebrated for unique linguistic evolution, powerful storytelling traditions, and music shaped by centuries of European and Indigenous blending.
The St. John's region actively nurtures a vibrant startup scene, specializing in sectors like marine technology and health informatics, backed by provincial investment.
Unparalleled natural beauty featuring dramatic fjords, towering sea cliffs, and glacial landscapes, epitomized by the world-renowned Gros Morne National Park.
The economy is intimately linked to the ocean through thriving, modern fisheries, global shipping, and innovative marine services committed to sustainable evolution.
Home to vital Inuit, Innu, and Mi'kmaq communities, who are actively preserving their languages, governance, and ancient traditions through self-governance initiatives.
Offers superior quality of life with competitive housing costs, a peaceful pace, and immediate access to pristine natural environments not found in larger Canadian metropolitan areas.
Prince Edward Island (PEI): The Garden of the Gulf—Peaceful Prosperity
Prince Edward Island (PEI), affectionately known as the 'Garden of the Gulf,' may be Canada's smallest province, but it boasts outsized charm and economic stability. Defined by its signature red soil and stunning coastal vistas, PEI offers an unparalleled quality of life rooted in genuine community connections. The province is strategically focused on sustainable growth, leveraging its world-class agriculture (especially food production) and vibrant tourism sector to build a peaceful, yet economically promising future.
Leading potato-producing province in Canada and major economic driver due to fertile red soil.
Vital industries with key exports including lobster, mussels, and oysters.
Close-knit, high quality of life, low crime rates, and a supportive family environment.
A leader in renewable energy initiatives, particularly wind power and sustainable practices.
Attracts visitors with stunning red sand beaches, coastal drives, and heritage-rich towns.
Post-secondary institutions support research in bioscience, agriculture, and climate adaptation.
Celebrates its roots, featuring the legacy of Anne of Green Gables and Mi'kmaq traditions.
Easily connected to the mainland via the Confederation Bridge and a modern highway network.
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