Nova Scotia Occupations in Demand

Nova Scotia Occupations in Demand is one of streams of Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) which select candidates from high-demand occupations to apply for a provincial nomination. After becoming a nominee, apply for Canadian permanent residency.

This stream is specifically designed for workers in the NOC TEER categories 3, 4 and 5. The list of occupations under the Nova Scotia Occupations in Demand stream keep changing according to the labour market demands of the province. To be eligibility

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NSNP Occupations in Demand: List of NOC Codes for 2024

The list of occupations or NOC codes currently eligible for NSNP Occupations in Demand stream are:

• NOC code 33102 – Nurse Aides
• NOC code 65310 – Light duty cleaners
• NOC code 73300 – Transport truck drivers
• NOC code 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
• NOC code 75110 – Construction trades helpers and labourers

Eligibility Criteria – Occupations in Demand Stream

The eligibility criteria to meet to qualify for a nomination through the Occupations in Demand stream are:

• The applicant must have a full-time permanent job offer from a Nova Scotia employer under one of the occupations listed above. 
• The applicant’s age must be between 21 – 55 years. 
• In terms of educational qualifications, they need to have completed high school at least. 
• They must have a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience. 
• The candidate should prove their language skills in either English or French language. For this, they should have CLB Level 4 or equivalent. 
• They must have necessary training, skills and/or required accreditation for the needed job. 
• The applicant must meet financial requirements to fully settle in Nova Scotia. 

Nova Scotia Occupations in Demand Stream – Application Process

Follow the steps provided below to apply for a nomination through the NSNP Occupations in Demand:

Step 1 – Visit the official website of Nova Scotia and create an account on MyNS portal.

Step 2 – Upload the necessary documents and submit the application once you have filed it completely.

Step 3 – If NSNP approves your application, you must submit a completed PR application and pay the fee for it to IRCC.

Step 4 – While you are waiting for your PR application to be processed, you may request the province for a Letter of Support for a Work Permit. Using this letter, apply for a temporary work permit so you may work in Canada while your application is being processed.

Step 5 – Receive PR visa once your application is approved and once you arrive in the country, inform NSNP about the same within 30 days.

Nova Scotia Nominee Program Streams

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program streams other than the Occupations in Demand stream are:

1. Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities
2. Labour Market Priorities for Physicians
3. Physician
4. Entrepreneur
5. International Graduate Entrepreneur
6. International Graduates In Demand
7. Skilled Worker
8. Critical Construction Worker Pilot
9. Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry

Document Checklist of Occupations in Demand stream

Collect the following documents as per your needs to be eligible for Occupations in Demand stream:

• eNSNP 100
• NSNP 200
• NSNP 50 & 60
• Reference letters
• Academic certificates or ECA
• Language test results
• Copy of Passport pages
• Proof of legal status
• Birth certificates
• Marriage certificate
• Adoption papers
• Proof of funds

NSNP Processing Time

NSNP Occupations in Demand stream processing time for those applicants who submit a completed, accurate application is about 6 months. Nova Scotia aims to process immigration applications within 6 months of the time period or a bit more. Further, you need to pay for your PR application, and to procure required documents too.

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