Nova Scotia In-Demand Occupation List and Nova Scotia PNP Points Calculator is an integral part of the Express Entry stream of Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP). Candidates wish to immigrate to Canada through NSNP – Express Entry Stream, first need to create a profile in Federal Express Entry Program and have to score 67 points on Federal Skilled Worker Program points system.
Learn more : How to apply for Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) ?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and whose occupation is mentioned in the Nova Scotia PNP Occupation list are eligible to apply for Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program. Nova Scotia PNP is aligned with Express Entry Program and additional 600 points are given to candidates who receive a provincial nomination from Nova Scotia Government.
Learn more : Check your eligibility for Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)
| NOC Code | Occupation |
| 1111 | Financial Auditors and Accountants |
| 1114 | Other Financial officers |
| 1123 | Professionals occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations |
| 1241 | Administrative Assistants |
| 1311 | Accounting Technicians and Bookkeepers |
| 2131 | Civil Engineers |
| 3012 | Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses |
| 3233 | Licensed Practical Nurses |
| 4021 | College and other vocational Instructors |
| 4211 | Paralegal and related occupations |
| 4212 | Social and Community Service Workers |
Learn more : How to apply for Canada Permanent Residency through Provincial Nominee program (PNP)?
The Nova Scotia PNP evaluates the eligibility of a candidate according to the Federal Express Entry system. Wherein, you must get at least 67 points out of 100 across all factors like education, work experience, age, language proficiency, fixed employment in the province, and the adaptability skills.
Learn more : Get an idea about the process of Canada Express Entry System
Candidates eligibility is based on below-factors and need to score at least 67 points out of 100 on Nova Scotia Immigration Points Calculator.
Factor 1: Education:
| Education | Points |
| Doctoral (PhD) level | 25 |
| University-level credential at the Master’s level
OR an entry-to-practice professional degree (only for degrees related to NOC Skill Level A occupations for which licensing by a provincial regulatory body is required, in one of the following fields of study: |
23 |
| Medicine, Veterinary Medicine; Dentistry; Podiatry; Optometry; Law; Chiropractic Medicine; and Pharmacy.) | |
| Two or more post-secondary credentials (at least one must be for a program of at least three years) | 22 |
| Post-secondary credential for a program of three years or longer | 21 |
| Two-year post-secondary credential | 19 |
| One-year post-secondary credential | 15 |
| Secondary school education credential (also called high school) | 5 |
| Less than secondary school | Ineligible |
Factor 2: Language Proficiency:
| First official language | Points | |||
| Speaking | Listening | Reading | Writing | |
| CLB level 9 or higher | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| CLB level 8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| CLB level 7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Below CLB level 7 | Not eligible to apply | |||
| Second official language | Points |
| At least CLB 5 in all of the four abilities | 4 |
| CLB 4 or less in any of the four abilities | 0 |
Factor 3: Work Experience:
| Work Experience | Points |
| 1 year (Minimum threshold) | 9 points |
| 2-3 years | 11 points |
| 4-5 years | 13 points |
| 6 years or more | 15 points |
Factor 4: Age:
| Age of Applicant | Points |
| 18 to 35 | 12 points |
| 36 | 11 points |
| 37 | 10 points |
| 38 | 9 points |
| 39 | 8 points |
| 40 | 7 points |
| 41 | 6 points |
| 42 | 5 points |
| 43 | 4 points |
| 44 | 3 points |
| 45 | 2 points |
| 46 | 1 points |
| 47 and over | 0 points |
Factor 5: Arranged Employment:
| The Applicant | And | Points |
| Is currently working in Canada on an LMIA-based work permit and their work in Canada in considered ‘skilled’ (NOC 0, A, or B level). | The work permit is valid when a permanent residency application is made* and the employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant. *At the same time the permanent resident visa is issued, the applicant is expected to still hold a valid work permit. | 10 points |
| Is currently working in Canada on an LMIA-exempt work permit or a work permit issued under a provincial/territorial agreement. | The work permit is valid when a permanent residency application is made* and The employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant.
*At the time the permanent resident visa is issued, the applicant is expected to still hold a valid work permit. |
10 points |
| Does not hold a valid work permit and is not otherwise authorized to work in Canada. | A prospective employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant; and the offer of employment has received a positive LMIA | 10 points |
| Has a valid work permit or is otherwise authorized to work in Canada, but does not fall under one of the two above scenarios. | The work permit or authorization is valid when a permanent residency application is made;
A prospective employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant; and The offer of employment has received a positive LMIA |
10 points |
Factor 6: Adaptability Skills:
| Adaptability | Points |
| PA previous work in Canada (minimum 1 year NOC O, A, B) | 10 points |
| Previous study in Canada | 5 points |
| Previous study in Canada – accompanying spouse/partner | 5 points |
| Previous work in Canada – accompanying spouse/partner | 5 points |
| Arranged employment in Canada | 5 points |
| Relative in Canada – 18 years or older | 5 points |
| Language ability CLB 4 or above – accompanying spouse/partner (IELTS 4.0/4.5/3.5/4.0) | 5 points |
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