In this article on Canada immigration, I will be showing you how to get job offers from Canadian employers, how to get a job in Canada, and where to finds Canada jobs that are eligible for submitting an application for Canada PR under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
Atlantic Immigration Program
The Atlantic immigration program began in 2017 as a pilot program to encourage skilled immigrants to settle in Atlantic Canada which includes the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.
Having proven highly successful, the pilot was made permanent in January 2022 and name changed from Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) to Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
To participate, Atlantic Canada employers must first apply to the province to be designated, which means that they do not need an Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to hire a foreign worker.
Therefore, for any foreign worker who is looking on how to get job in Canada, how to get a job offer in Canada from outside, or how to find a job in Canada, checking out the list of employers designated in the 4 Atlantic Canada provinces participating the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
Check this link for a list of employers designated in Nova Scotia under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIPP).
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada has allocated (IRCC) Nova Scotia 5,340 endorsement spaces to the 2022 Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This is 75% more than 2021.
Some tips to increase your chances of getting one of these jobs in Canada for foreigners include:
- Be ready with your IELTS, ECA
- Start saving for your proof of funds as soon as you make the decision that you want to relocate to Canada
- Get your passport ready in preparation for finding jobs in Canada
- Match your experience and skill set with the NOC code you want to pursue for your Canada immigration. Then check out in which of the 4 Atlantic provinces your NOC is an occupation in demand in Canada
- Go through the list of designated employers for AIP and browse job openings/career sections for a job in Canada
- Prepare your resume in accordance with the Canadian resume format
- detail your past work experience including employer name, job title and main duties, dates the position was held, and references who could confirm the work experience.
- Review the job postings carefully
- ONLY submit applications for the job(s) that are a fit with your skills and experience.
- Make sure to clearly identify in your application and/or cover letter how you meet all the mandatory requirements of the position.
