Program Updates

April 27, 2026 | Nova Scotia’s nominee programs are focused on addressing the province’s most critical labour‑market needs while managing limited nomination spaces, with an emphasis on candidates who demonstrate a genuine intention to live, work, and settle long‑term in the province.

April 27, 2026 | Effective May 1, 2026, Nova Scotia will introduce a 12‑month validity period for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) as part of improved inventory management and program efficiency measures. To support a smooth transition, a phased approach will apply to EOIs currently in the system.

February 18, 2026 | The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) has modernized its immigration streams to create clearer pathways for newcomers and employers and to streamline processing.

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is modernizing its forms to improve efficiency and support the launch of consolidated NSNP streams.

November 28, 2025 | Nova Scotia is formalizing an expression of interest (EOI) process for all streams of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and for Designations and Endorsements under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

We appreciate the strong interest in Nova Scotia’s economic immigration programs. Please note the following update, as we are receiving more applications than we can approve in 2025.

April 28, 2025 | As of May 1, 2025, the Immigration and Population Growth (IPG) Branch will transition the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) endorsement application process to a new online system.

July 1, 2024 | Updates regarding NSNP 100, NSNP 50 and submitting applications.

Feb 26, 2024 | The International Graduate Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur streams have relaunched as permanent programs.