PEI Approves New Employers for Atlantic Immigration Program
On May 15, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) updated its list of designated employers under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), adding 20 new employers and removing 14, bringing the total to 364 designated employers.
Newly Designated Employers
| 100367 PEI Inc.* |
| 100542 PEI Inc.** |
| 9892788 Canada Inc.*** |
| ALG (PEI) Management Ltd |
| Blackbush Beach Resort |
| Cardigan Bearing And Steel Ltd. |
| CBI Island Health Centre Inc. |
| Highfield Construction Company Ltd. |
| Jeremy & Joel Holdings Inc. |
| KY Home Solutions Inc. |
| Larkin Bros Inc. |
| Majhail Construction Ltd. |
| Maritime Industrial Services 2022 Inc |
| Nabuurs Gardens Ltd. |
| Oyster Creek Farms Inc. |
| PEI Lube Limited |
| Precision G&T Engineering |
| SpryPoint Services Inc |
| Tethys Aquaculture Canada, Inc. |
| TopGum Canada Ltd. |
*The operating name for 100367 PEI Inc. is The Pilot House (restaurant and bar).
**100542 PEI Inc.’s operating name is FastSigns, a company offering custom signs and graphic solutions.
***9892788 Canada Inc. is Stay Golden Customs, a merchandising and branding solutions company.
Employers in high-demand sectors such as healthcare, construction, and manufacturing are emphasized in this update.
Employers Removed from the List
The 14 employers no longer designated include:
| Island Abbey Food Science Ltd. |
| Pivot Drive Inc. |
| Silver Fox Entertainment Complex |
| Taco Boyz Inc. |
| Taco Boyz II Inc. |
| Whisperwood Villa Inc. |
| Willscott Farm Ltd. |
| Wilmac Construction Inc. |
| WM&M (1993) Ltd. |
| Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island |
| Worklinks Inc. |
| XPY Union Ltd. |
| Yumi Sushi Inc. |
| Z&C Flourish International Ltd. |
Program Restrictions
Due to a high volume of applications and a reduced federal allocation for 2025, PEI is currently accepting AIP applications only from workers in high-demand sectors: healthcare, construction, and manufacturing. Job offers from designated employers outside these sectors are not being endorsed at this time.
Eligibility for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
To qualify for the AIP, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Work Experience: At least 1,560 hours of paid work experience in the past five years. This can include part-time or full-time work, but not self-employment or unpaid internships.
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Education: A Canadian high school diploma or an equivalent foreign credential.
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Language Proficiency: Meet minimum language requirements in English or French, corresponding to the job’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) level.
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Settlement Funds: Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your family upon arrival in Canada, unless already residing and working in Canada with a valid work permit .
How to Apply for Permanent Residence through the AIP
The application process involves several key steps:
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Secure a Job Offer: Obtain a full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a designated employer in one of Canada’s Atlantic provinces.
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Develop a Settlement Plan: Work with a designated settlement service provider to create a plan that outlines how you and your family will integrate into the community.
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Obtain Provincial Endorsement: The employer will submit an endorsement application to the respective provincial government on your behalf.
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Apply for Permanent Residence: Once endorsed, apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence. You may also be eligible to apply for a temporary work permit while your PR application is processed .