Northwest Territories - Skilled Worker

The Northwest Territories (NWT) Express Entry stream stands as a beacon for skilled workers seeking permanent residence in Canada. It operates under the umbrella of the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP), offering a pathway to those with a job offer from an NWT employer.

Understanding the Program Requirements

To embark on this journey, it’s crucial to meet certain prerequisites:

  1. Express Entry Profile: Candidates must have an Express Entry profile.
  2. Connection to the Province: While primarily catering to those with work experience in the NWT, exceptions exist.
  3. Job Offer: A full-time job offer from an NWT employer is mandatory.
  4. Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English or French, depending on the job offer’s skill level, is required.
  5. Level of Education: Education or specialization pertinent to the job offer is necessary.
  6. Work Experience: A minimum of one year of full-time work experience in the same occupation as the job offer is expected.
  7. Investment Requirement: There’s no investment prerequisite.

Both the applicant and the NWT employer must fulfill specific criteria to qualify for this stream.

Job Offer The Backbone of the Application

Central to the application is a full-time job offer from an eligible NWT employer, aligned with specific National Occupation Classification (NOC) Skill Levels.

Language Proficiency and Education

Candidates must demonstrate language proficiency commensurate with their job offer’s skill level, along with having adequate education or specialization to execute the job.

Employer’s Role and Responsibilities

For employers looking to nominate a skilled foreign worker, adherence to certain requirements is paramount:

  1. Job Offer Requirements: Employers must provide a full-time, permanent job offer with a salary in line with industry standards.
  2. Business Requirements: Operational integrity and adherence to labor standards are imperative.
  3. Recruitment Requirements: Positive Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or proof of local and national advertising for open positions is mandatory.

Application Process

The application process entails creating an Express Entry profile and submitting documentation to substantiate eligibility claims once a valid job offer is secured. Upon receiving a provincial nomination, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score sees a significant boost, virtually ensuring an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

Subsequent steps involve the submission of a permanent residence application, typically processed within six months.
The Northwest Territories PNP Skilled Worker stream offers a tangible pathway to permanent residence in Canada for skilled individuals. By navigating the program requirements, fulfilling applicant and employer obligations, and adhering to the application procedure diligently, one can embark on a journey towards a promising future in the NWT.