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Nova Scotia has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians under the Healthcare Professionals Immigration Pilot. Those who received a Letter of Interest in their Express Entry profile from Nova Scotia on August 28, 2024, can now apply for permanent residency through this specific program.
Healthcare Professionals Immigration Pilot
The Healthcare Professionals Immigration Pilot provides a distinct pathway to permanent residency for eligible healthcare workers. This program functions separately from the traditional Express Entry system, meaning participants won’t receive the additional 600 points typically granted in Express Entry profiles.
Nova Scotia has supplied applicants with survey links, allowing them to show an interest in working as a pharmacist or pharmacy technician in the province. This procedure is overseen by the Nova Scotia Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment, the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia, and the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists. Your responses to these questionnaires will be shared with possible employers in the healthcare profession.
Invited occupations are:
| Occupation | NOC Code |
|---|---|
| Pharmacists | 31120 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | 32124 |
If you are a healthcare professional who did not receive a Letter of Interest on August 28, 2024, consider exploring other immigration programs or pathways that may better match your qualifications and goals.
NSNP – Skilled Worker Stream
To qualify for the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) under the Skilled Worker stream, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A valid job offer from an employer in Nova Scotia.
- A valid passport and legal status in your current country of residence.
- An educational credential assessment verifies a Canadian high school diploma or an equivalent foreign credential.
- Language proficiency in English or French, equivalent to CLB 5.
- A reference letter confirming at least one year of work experience in a position related to the job offer.
- A commitment to permanently settle and live in Nova Scotia.
Atlantic Immigration Program
The Atlantic Immigration Program is a federal initiative that links skilled foreign workers and international graduates with employers in Atlantic Canada who require their skills.
To be eligible for the Atlantic Immigration Program, applicants must meet these requirements:
- An employment offer from an employer registered with the Atlantic Immigration Program.
- A valid passport and legal status in your current country of residence.
- A Canadian high school diploma or an equivalent credential from outside Canada is assessed through an educational credential assessment.
- A language test result showing at least CLB 5 in either English or French.
- A reference letter proving at least one year of work experience in a role related to the healthcare field.
A plan to permanently settle and live in Nova Scotia.