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Provincial Nominee ProgramsCanada 2026
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
Provinces and territories nominate candidates for permanent residence — around 91,500 nominations allocated across Canada in 2026. A nomination can add +600 CRS points in Express Entry, making an invitation to apply nearly certain.
11 provinces & territories with a PNPEnhanced (+600 CRS)Base (standalone streams)
✓ Last verified June 28, 2026 · IRCC — Provincial Nominees ↗
By Province
Find your provincial program
Each province runs its own streams and selection. Open the guide, or jump straight to the calculator or eligibility checker where we've built one.
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SKSaskatchewan
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
SINP intake is limited in 2026 — guide only.
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AIPYTYukonYukon Nominee Program (YNP)NTNorthwest TerritoriesNorthwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)
Two exceptions: Quebec does not use the PNP — it selects its own economic immigrants through the PSTQ / Arrima system. Nunavut is the only province or territory with no nominee program. Every other province and territory runs a PNP.
PNP Tools
Free calculators & checkers
No login required. Every tool is transcribed from official provincial grids and stamped with a last-verified date.
PNP Match
Not sure which province? Answer one profile and see where you’re most competitive — ranked by eligibility and fit, not by non-comparable raw scores.
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CRS Calculator
A provincial nomination adds +600 CRS points. Estimate your Express Entry score first to see how far a PNP could carry you.
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BC PNP Calculator
Estimate your BC PNP SIRS score out of 200 and see which Skills Immigration stream your profile may fit.
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Manitoba MPNP Calculator
Check the MPNP eligibility gate and estimate your Expression of Interest ranking score out of 1,000.
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Ontario OINP Calculator
Estimate your Ontario Workforce Priority stream score out of 130 on the new 2026 points grid.
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Alberta AAIP Eligibility
Alberta publishes no points score. See which of the eight AAIP worker and entrepreneur streams you may qualify for.
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Nova Scotia NSNP Eligibility
After the 2026 consolidation, check which of the four Nova Scotia Nominee Program streams fits you.
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Draw Tracker
Every Express Entry round — including PNP-specific draws — with CRS cutoff, ITA count, and trend chart.
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Eligibility Wizard
5 questions to match your profile to Express Entry streams, PNP programs, study, and work permits.
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How PNP Works
Enhanced vs Base — and how to choose
Enhanced (Express Entry–linked)
- Nomination adds +600 CRS points
- The province selects candidates from the Express Entry pool
- IRCC issues an ITA at a following Express Entry round
Base (standalone)
- The province selects independently of Express Entry
- You then apply directly to IRCC for permanent residence
- Does not require an Express Entry profile
Provincial vs federal route: the federal route (Express Entry) ranks you nationally on CRS. The provincial route lets a single province nominate you against its own local labour needs — often at a lower bar than a general federal draw. Many provinces also run employer-driven streams where a job offer is the main requirement. See Express Entry & CRS for the federal side.
Every Canadian province and territory (except Quebec, which runs its own system) has a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points to your Express Entry score — effectively guaranteeing an ITA — or gives you a direct path to PR outside the federal pool.
How PNPs work
There are two main pathways:
- Enhanced PNP (Express Entry-linked): You create an Express Entry profile. The province "enhances" your application — giving you +600 CRS points so you receive an ITA at the next draw. Fastest route.
- Base PNP (non-Express Entry): A separate provincial application process, not linked to Express Entry. Takes longer but is an option if you don't meet EE entry requirements.
Many provinces also have employer-driven streams where your job offer is the primary requirement.
Province-by-Province Overview
See the individual province pages below for streams, requirements, and links.
| Province | Program | Key streams | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | OINP | Workforce Priority (new 2026) | Major redesign effective Jun 25 2026 |
| British Columbia | BC PNP | Tech, Health, Trades | Strong for tech workers |
| Alberta | AAIP | Alberta Opportunity, Accelerating in Alberta | Linked to AB job market |
| Saskatchewan | SINP | International Skilled Worker, IEC, EE | Intake limited in 2026 |
| Manitoba | MPNP | Skilled Worker, Business, International Education | Family connection stream |
| Nova Scotia | NSNP | Demand: Express Entry, Labour Market Priorities | + AIP |
| New Brunswick | NBPNP | Skilled Worker, Critical Worker, EE | + AIP |
| PEI | PEIPNP | Express Entry, Labour Impact, Business | + AIP |
| Newfoundland | NLPNP | Skilled Worker, International Graduate, EE | + AIP |
| Quebec | QSWP / CAQ | Skilled Worker, Business, PEQ | Separate federal/provincial process |
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
The Atlantic Immigration Program covers Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, and Newfoundland jointly. It allows designated employers in Atlantic Canada to hire international workers for hard-to-fill positions, with a direct path to PR.
See Atlantic Immigration Program for details.
Which PNP is right for me?
Use the Eligibility Wizard to get a personalized recommendation based on your situation — or ask the PNP community board for real-world experiences.
✓ Last verified: June 27, 2026 — PNP allocations, streams, and requirements change frequently. Always confirm on the official provincial website and IRCC. This is general information only.
General information, not legal or immigration advice. For advice on your situation, consult a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer.
Ask people on the same PNP path
Compare timelines, streams, and real outcomes with other applicants — and get regulated advice from a licensed RCIC when you need it.