Northwest Territories

Northern Canada Northwest Territories (NWT) are renowned for their abundant natural resources and expansive landscapes. The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) which facilitates immigration for individuals who can meet local labor market demands and contribute to the territory’s economic growth was created by the NWT to draw in skilled workers and entrepreneurs.

Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)

The purpose of the NTNP is to draw in foreigners who can invest in the NWT economy or cover labor shortages. It provides avenues for business owners and employees to acquire permanent residence in Canada.

NTNP Programs

The NTNP comprises two main streams:

1. Employer Driven Program
2. Business Immigration Program

Northwest Territories Employer Driven Program

This stream is specifically designed for NWT employers who are having trouble filling positions with qualified Canadian citizens or permanent residents. They can use it to propose foreign nationals for permanent residence. The Employer Driven Program consists of the following.

Skilled Workers Express Entry System

For skilled workers who have a legitimate job offer in the NWT, this stream facilitates expedited processing by aligning with the federal Express Entry system. Candidates must fulfill the requirements for the Canadian Experience Class Federal Skilled Trades or Federal Skilled Worker economic immigration programs. A job offer in a National Occupational Classification (NOC) occupation with a skill level of 0 A or B is also required as is a valid Express Entry profile.

Stream of Skilled Workers

Aimed at people who have received a full-time permanent job offer from an NWT employer in a skilled occupation (NOC Skill Level 0 A or B). Candidates must exhibit adequate language proficiency and possess the training and professional background required for the role.

Stream of Critical Impact Workers

Intended for foreign workers in the NWT who hold semi-skilled or unskilled jobs (NOC Skill Level C or D). Candidates must work full-time for the same company that is offering them a permanent position for at least six months. They also need to have the required education and work experience as well as meet language proficiency requirements.

Northwest Territories Business Immigration Program

Entrepreneurs and company owners who are prepared to contribute to the NWT economy are the program’s target audience. It includes:

Business Stream

For people who are prepared to start buying or investing in a business in the Northwest Territories. Candidates must show that they have a minimum personal net worth of $500,000 CAD if their company is in Yellowknife or $250,000 CAD if it is located outside of the city. They must contribute at least $300,000 CAD (within Yellowknife) or $150,000 CAD (within Yellowknife) to the company. In addition, candidates must meet language proficiency requirements, have relevant experience and education, and provide a $75,000 CAD good faith deposit.

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