Atlantic High Skilled Program

For at least one year from the date permanent residence is granted.

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    ATLANTIC HIGH SKILLED PROGRAM

    The Atlantic High-Skilled Program requires the following:

    • At least one year of work experience (for a total of at least 1,560 hours) in occupation at skill level 0, A or B within the last three years.
    • Job offer from a designated employer in Atlantic Canada that is:
      • Full-time (at least 30 hours per week).
      • For at least one year from the date permanent residence is granted.
      • Under skill type/level 0, A, or B.
      • Supported by a provincial certificate of endorsement from the province that indicates that the job offer is genuine and that a needs assessment has been completed and a settlement plan is in place for the applicant and each member of the family.
    • Education Requirements:
    • A Canadian secondary (high school) or post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree.
      OR
      A foreign secondary or post- secondary certificate, diploma or degree with an educational credential assessment (ECA) report from an IRCC approved agency which shows that the foreign education credential is equal to Canadian educational standards.
    •    The ECA must be less than five years old on the date of application.