Nova Scotia is an ideal place to begin a new life in Canada. It offers a quality of life that blends spectacular natural beauty and wide-open spaces with excellent opportunities, superb education and warm, welcoming people.

In this section of this website you will find practical information on immigration programs and how to prepare for coming here.

Nova Scotia Nominee Program The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) can provide a quicker immigration process for qualified skilled workers and experienced entrepreneurs who wish to settle permanently in Nova Scotia and become permanent residents of Canada. The program is administered by the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration in partnership with Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the federal department responsible for immigration. A Newcomer’s Introduction to Canada can help you plan your move to Canada. The guide includes advice on such things as preparing to enter the Canadian work force, choosing a place to live and learning about life in Canada. More...

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)

If you are thinking of immigrating to Nova Scotia, you should also review the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)'s website at www.cic.gc.ca. It provides information on the rules for:

• visiting Canada (for example, as a tourist or on a business trip)
• studying in Canada as an international student
• working temporarily in Canada as a foreign worker
• immigrating to Canada (obtaining a permanent resident visa formerly called landed immigrant status)
• obtaining Canadian citizenship

If you are in Canada, you can contact the CIC Call Centre at 1-888-242-2100. Agents can help you with questions about CIC services and programs. If you are anywhere outside of Canada, you can contact the Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate responsible for your region. For a detailed list, go to: www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/missions.asp