The PEI Critical Worker Stream is one of the employer-driven streams that are operated under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). To be eligible for a nomination through this stream, you must first get a job offer and be employed in the province.
Since this is an employer-driven stream, PEI employers can only issue a job offer to foreign nationals when they are unable to fill up job positions locally. The Critical Worker stream of PEI PNP is only available for workers in intermediate-skilled jobs.
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Who is Eligible for the PEI Critical Worker Stream?
As an applicant, to qualify for the PEI PNP’s Critical Worker Stream, meet all of the following eligibility criteria:
- The applicant must have a full-time and permanent job offer (for at least 2 years)
- The job offer must be in an intermediate skilled position (TEER 4 or 5)
- They need a work permit and must have a legal status to work in the country
- They must have worked in Prince Edward Island for at least 6 months (employment period must be continuous)
- Age should be between 18 to 59 years of age
- They must have completed at least high school
- They need to have at least 2 years of work experience (full-time) in the previous 5 years
- They need to meet language requirements (CLB/NCLC 4)
- Meet financial requirements
- Intend to settle in the province
Employer Requirements for PEI Critical Worker Stream
Employers need to meet the following eligibility requirements to hire workers from the PEI Critical Worker Stream:
- The employer needs to fill out the PEIW-02: PEI Workforce Job Offer Form
- The company must be currently operating in PEI; and must be facing labour gaps for the past 2 years
- Must provide job offer for a minimum of 2 years
- Provide adequate documentation to demonstrate they have been unable to fill job positions locally; hiring for that job position must be crucial
- The job must be located in PEI
- Applicant who was offered employment must be able to perform the job (it needs to be based on their training, experience, and education)
- The terms and conditions of the job must meet the federal as well as provincial wage requirements
- Must provide LMIA (if it’s required)
- Offer the applicant and their dependents settlement support (if applicable)
- Job offered should not conflict with the already existing bargaining unit agreement
- If required, the applicant’s credentials must be licensed by the employer
- The applicant must be offered an employment contract
NOTE: Employers also need to pay CAN $230 to register themselves on the Federal Employer Portal. This is the Employer Compliance Fee which every employer needs to pay to register themselves.
How to Apply for PEI Critical Worker Stream?
Follow the steps below to apply for PEI Critical Worker Stream for a nomination:
Step 1 – Be eligible for the Prince Edward Island’s Critical Worker Stream
Step 2 – Create and submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) system
Step 3 – Receive an Invitation to Apply for a nomination
Step 4 – Fill out the nomination form and upload the necessary document, pay CAN $300 for it. Submit the application and wait for approval.
Step 5 – Once approved, apply for permanent residency and arrive in the province and build your life here.
These are the steps to apply for a nomination and then for residency after being nominated. In case you need further information, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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