Prince Edward Island's Occupations in Demand stream targets skilled workers with full-time, non-seasonal job offers in specific occupations facing labour shortages. Eligible applicants must meet criteria including relevant work experience, language proficiency, and genuine intention to settle in PEI. The program uses an Expression of Interest system to select candidates and may support work permit applications for authorized employers.

• PEI immigration pathways depend on federal allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs.
• The PEI Office of Immigration prioritizes skilled workers in sectors such as healthcare, trades, childcare, and other key industries with labour shortages.
• Individuals in sales and service sectors may not currently receive invitations to apply.
• An Expression of Interest (EOI) is an indication of interest, not a formal application.
• The Office reserves the right to limit intake or exclude candidates from EOI draws.
• The Occupations in Demand stream can be used for recruiting talent outside Canada if the employer has prior authorization.
• Authorized employers can receive a Work Permit Support Letter to assist applicants in obtaining a work permit without an LMIA.
• Eligibility requires a full-time, non-seasonal permanent job offer in specified NOC codes, one year of related work experience, age 18-59, minimum secondary education, valid language test results (CLB/NCLC 4), financial resources, and genuine intention to settle in PEI.
• Applicants must create an EOI profile and may be invited to apply for nomination with a $300 CAD fee upon selection.
• Employers must complete specific forms as part of the application process.
• Work permit holders should apply early to maintain status and may receive Work Permit Support Letters after nomination approval.
• After nomination, applicants must apply for permanent residency through IRCC and notify PEI Office of Immigration and IRCC of any changes.

• Introduction of the Occupations in Demand stream targeting specific NOC occupations with labour shortages.
• Use of Expression of Interest system to manage candidate selection.
• Provision for Work Permit Support Letters to facilitate work permit applications without LMIA for authorized employers.

• Skilled workers with job offers in PEI in designated occupations facing labour shortages.
• Employers in PEI authorized to recruit foreign workers under this stream.
• Work permit holders in PEI seeking permanent residency through the PEI PNP.

• Read the PEI Workforce Application Guide.
• Create an Expression of Interest profile in the PEI system with valid identification and passport details.
• Wait for an invitation to apply; if invited, submit application forms including employer forms.
• Pay a non-refundable $300 CAD fee upon application submission if selected.
• Employers must complete the PEIW-02 Job Offer Form; applicants may need to complete the PEIW-03 Use of Representative Form if applicable.

• Published date: May 27, 2024
• Expression of Interest profiles remain active for six months.

• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/office-of-immigration/occupations-in-demand
• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/office-of-immigration/expressions-interest
• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/office-of-immigration/workforce-application-guide
• https://college-ic.ca/
• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html