The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has stopped supporting certain job applications under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This means that people applying for permanent residency through AIP can no longer use job offers from these occupations to qualify.
Jobs No Longer Supported by AIP in New Brunswick
Effective immediately, New Brunswick will not endorse applications for the following jobs under AIP:
| Occupation | NOC Code |
|---|---|
| Accounting technicians and bookkeepers | 12200 |
| Administrative assistants | 13110 |
| Shippers and receivers | 14400 |
| Restaurant and food service managers | 60030 |
| Food service supervisors | 62020 |
| Cooks | 63200 |
| Bakers | 63202 |
| Bartenders | 64301 |
| Other customer representatives | 64409 |
| Process control and machine operators – food and beverage processing | 94140 |
| Fish and seafood plant workers | 94142 |
If you were planning to apply for AIP with one of these jobs, you will need to look for other immigration options.
Jobs With Limited Endorsements Until February 18, 2025
New Brunswick will still process endorsement applications received before February 18, 2025, for the following jobs. However, after this date, no new applications will be accepted.
| Occupation | NOC Code |
| Retail and wholesale trade managers | 60020 |
| Retail sales supervisors | 62010 |
| Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers | 64100 |
| Hotel front desk clerks | 64314 |
If you have already applied before February 18, your application will still be processed.
Why is New Brunswick Limiting These Jobs?
The Canadian government has reduced the number of immigrants allowed through provincial programs in 2025. New Brunswick has been given only 2,750 immigration spots this year. To manage this, the province is now focusing on healthcare, education, and construction jobs.
What is the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)?
The AIP helps skilled workers move to New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. To qualify, you need:
- A job offer from an employer approved by the government.
- An endorsement from the province.
Some benefits of AIP include:
- Direct path to permanent residency (PR).
- A two-year work permit.
- Faster processing times.
- No LMIA requirement.
- Settlement support services.
Who Can Still Apply for AIP in New Brunswick?
Currently, New Brunswick will only accept endorsement applications from people with job offers in these sectors:
- Healthcare
- Education
- Construction trades
Other Immigration Options for New Brunswick
If you cannot apply through AIP, here are some other ways to move to New Brunswick:
1. Express Entry
Express Entry is a system that allows skilled workers to apply for PR. You need to:
- Create a profile online.
- Score high based on age, education, work experience, and language skills.
- Get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) based on your score.
Ways to improve your chances:
- Learn French.
- Get Canadian work experience.
- Study in Canada.
- Have a sibling in Canada who is a PR or citizen.
2. New Brunswick Express Entry Stream
If your Express Entry score is low, you may qualify for a provincial nomination from New Brunswick, which gives you an extra 600 points. However, some jobs are not eligible for this program:
| Occupation | NOC Code |
| Accounting technicians and bookkeepers | 12200 |
| Administrative assistants | 13110 |
| Retail and wholesale trade managers | 60020 |
| Restaurant and food service managers | 60030 |
| Retail sales supervisors | 62010 |
| Food service supervisors | 62020 |
| Cooks | 63200 |
| Bakers | 63202 |
If your job is not on this list, you may still qualify for the program.
New Brunswick Express Entry Stream has two pathways:
- Employment in New Brunswick Pathway
- You need to have a full-time job in New Brunswick.
- You must have lived and worked in New Brunswick for at least 12 months.
- New Brunswick Interests Pathway
- You must receive a Letter of Interest in your Express Entry profile.
3. New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot
This program allows people with specific job skills to apply for PR. You need a job offer from one of these companies:
- Cooke Aquaculture
- J.D. Irving Ltd.
- Groupe Savoie
- Groupe Westco
- Imperial Manufacturing Group
- McCain Foods, Ltd.
This is a five-year program designed to fill labor shortages in key industries.
Next Steps
If your job is no longer eligible under AIP, you can explore other pathways like Express Entry, the New Brunswick Express Entry Stream, or the Critical Worker Pilot.
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