On October 28, 2024, Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting a total of 91 candidates to apply for Permanent Residence (PR). This draw highlights the province’s ongoing commitment to attracting skilled workers and business investors to support its growing economy.
Details of the Draw
In this round, candidates from both the Business Work Permit Chương trình Doanh nhân and Labour & Express Entry streams were included. This diverse approach ensures that PEI continues to attract individuals who can contribute to various sectors of the local economy, addressing labor shortages and enhancing the province’s overall growth.
| Invitation Date | Stream | No. of Invitations | Minimum Score | Selection Attributes |
| October 28, 2024 | Business Work Permit Entrepreneur | 2 | 92 | – |
| October 28, 2024 | Labour & Express Entry | 89 | – | Invitations were issued to individuals currently working in PEI in the Healthcare, Construction, and Manufacturing sectors. |
Business Work Permit Stream: This stream targets entrepreneurs and business owners who wish to establish or invest in a business in PEI. It aims to foster innovation and create jobs, playing a crucial role in the province’s economic landscape. Business candidates need to meet specific criteria, such as net worth and management experience.
Labour & Express Entry Stream: This stream is designed for skilled workers who are looking to settle in PEI permanently. It facilitates the immigration process for individuals with skills and experience that are in demand within the province. In each draw, candidates with high scores based on PEI’s points grid are invited to apply. Points consider factors like age, education, work experience, and adaptability.
The PEI EOI system gathers important information about you in order to rank and select those who are most likely to meet Prince Edward Island’s economic and labour market needs, based on one or more of the following attributes:
- Language: English or French;
- Education: level and field of education and where completed;
- Skill and work experience level;
- Strategic priorities: attributes that would address immediate labour market needs in PEI;
- Other factors relevant to employment prospects: including but not limited to having a job offer in PEI and/or previous Canadian work experience.
