AIP in Nova Scotia
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About Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is the economic hub of Atlantic Canada with booming technology, healthcare, construction, ocean tech, and hospitality sectors. The Nova Scotia AIP is administered by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI).
How AIP Works in Nova Scotia
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Employer becomes officially designated with the Province of Nova Scotia.
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Designated employer extends a full-time, qualifying job offer (at least 1 year in TEER 0, 1, 2, 3 or permanent in TEER 4).
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Candidate completes a Settlement Plan through an approved service provider (e.g. ISANS or YMCA).
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Employer applies to the province for Endorsement Certificate.
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With provincial endorsement in hand, candidate applies for Permanent Residence to IRCC (and can request a 2-year AIP temporary work permit support letter).
Latest AIP Updates — Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia AIP Allocation & Sector Focus Notices
Nova Scotia continues prioritizing AIP endorsements for healthcare (nurses, physicians, continuing care assistants), early childhood educators, and construction trades facing critical local shortages.
Mandatory Employer Compliance & Wage Transparency
Nova Scotia LSI requires designated employers to provide wage transparency and prove that genuine local recruitment attempts preceded AIP foreign worker recruitment.
Provincial priorities and intake rules may restrict applications beyond federal eligibility. Always confirm with the official provincial portal before applying.
Designated Employers in Nova Scotia
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Immigration requirements, provincial priorities and employer designation may change. Information is general and individual eligibility requires assessment. Kap Unity Canada does not guarantee employment or immigration approval.