Immigrate through the Atlantic Immigration Program

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This program offers permanent residence to skilled workers and international graduates from a post-secondary institution in Atlantic Canada who:

Who can apply: Find out if you’re eligible
Get a job offer: Contact employers to get a job offer that meets the program requirements
Apply for permanent residence: Get the forms you need to apply for permanent residence
Apply for a temporary work permit (optional): Find out if you can apply for a work permit while your permanent residence application is being processed
After you apply: What to expect after you submit your permanent residence application, including biometrics and medical exams
Settling in Canada: What you need to know before and after you get to Canada

Step-by-step guide for AIP candidates

There are a few steps to take to immigrate to Canada through the AIP. Review the infographic below for an overview of how this program works.

Text version: A step-by-step guide for AIP candidates

A designated AIP employer offers you a job.
You will be connected with settlement services to get a settlement plan.
Send your settlement plan to your designated employer, they will send an application for endorsement to the department.
You will receive a provincial endorsement certificate.
You may receive a work permit support letter (if a work permit is required).

Submit your permanent residence (PR) application, endorsement certificate, and other documents to IRCC.
IRCC reviews and processes your PR application.
Apply for a work permit while your permanent resident application is being processed (if required).
If approved, you can travel to Atlantic Canada to live and work.
Get support from your employer and a settlement service provider, as needed.

2026-05-28