Provincial Nominee Programs
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program
Five pathways for workers, graduates and entrepreneurs
NLPNP supports employers and candidates through skilled-worker, graduate, Express Entry and business categories.
Program overview
Newfoundland and Labrador uses its nominee program to address employer labour needs and attract workers, graduates and entrepreneurs who can establish themselves in the province.
The applicable category depends on federal Express Entry status, provincial employment, local graduation or the applicant’s business and investment profile.
Current Pathways
Explore Newfoundland and Labrador’s program structure
Open a pathway for a concise explanation. Full eligibility is confirmed only against the current government guide and the applicant’s facts.
Express Entry Skilled Worker
For eligible federal Express Entry candidates supported by qualifying Newfoundland and Labrador employment.Enhanced nomination
The applicant must satisfy both Express Entry and provincial nomination requirements.
Skilled Worker
For qualifying foreign workers with eligible provincial employment support.Employer supported
The employment position, employer, worker qualifications, status and settlement ability are assessed.
International Graduate
For eligible graduates with qualifying post-graduation status and employment.Graduate pathway
The credential, institution, job, field connection and other current requirements must be reviewed.
International Entrepreneur
For experienced business applicants establishing or acquiring an eligible provincial business.Business pathway
Business experience, assets, investment, ownership and active management are central.
International Graduate Entrepreneur
For eligible graduates who establish and actively operate a Newfoundland and Labrador business.Graduate business
Education, ownership, business operation and performance requirements apply.
At a Glance
What matters before choosing this province
Employment
Worker categories normally require qualifying provincial work.
Express Entry
A dedicated enhanced category is listed.
Graduates
Separate worker and entrepreneur options exist.
Business
Two entrepreneur profiles are recognized.
September 2026 Position
Current intake and employer approvals must be checked
Newfoundland and Labrador lists all five categories on its official NLPNP overview. Application access, employer processes and provincial selection may change with annual allocation and labour-market priorities.
Last reviewed September 9, 2026. Verify current intake, invitations and program instructions before taking action.Official Sources
Current government instructions
These links are provided for verification. CanLink applies the rules in force to the client’s circumstances and filing date.
Assess your Newfoundland and Labrador nomination options
A province should be selected because your employment, experience, community connection or business plan genuinely fits—not simply because a stream appears easier.