{"id":1320,"date":"2026-07-15T17:53:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T17:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sehliglobal.ca\/news\/?p=1320"},"modified":"2026-07-15T17:53:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T17:53:26","slug":"nova-scotia-expands-immigration-selection-priorities-in-one-time-2026-initiative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sehliglobal.ca\/news\/2026\/07\/15\/nova-scotia-expands-immigration-selection-priorities-in-one-time-2026-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Nova Scotia Expands Immigration Selection Priorities in One-Time 2026 Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nova Scotia has announced a one-time expansion of its immigration selection priorities, allowing more candidates already living and working in the province to be considered for provincial nomination as it responds to current labour market needs and limited federal immigration allocations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The update, announced on <\/span><b>July 14, 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is designed to help retain workers who are already contributing to Nova Scotia&#8217;s economy while continuing to address workforce shortages in key sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Highlights of the Update<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The expansion applies only to <\/span><b>active Expressions of Interest (EOIs)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> submitted <\/span><b>on or before June 30, 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must have a <\/span><b>work permit expiring in 2026 or earlier<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nova Scotia will continue prioritizing occupations previously identified as provincial priorities while temporarily expanding eligibility to additional workers already in the province.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The province noted that meeting the eligibility requirements for an immigration program does not guarantee selection, as nomination decisions also consider available nomination spaces, labour market priorities, program integrity, and economic needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Who May Benefit From the Expanded Selection?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of this one-time initiative, Nova Scotia may select candidates who have already submitted an eligible Expression of Interest and meet at least one of the following conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are working in a <\/span><b>TEER 0 to TEER 4 occupation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that supports key sectors such as professional and scientific services, manufacturing, construction, healthcare and social services, natural resources, agriculture, or transportation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They graduated from a <\/span><b>Nova Scotia designated learning institution<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and are working in a <\/span><b>TEER 0 to TEER 5 occupation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They live outside the <\/span><b>Halifax Regional Municipality<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and work in a <\/span><b>TEER 0 to TEER 5 occupation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They work in a <\/span><b>Sales and Service occupation (TEER 0 to 2)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and were earning at least <\/span><b>$20 per hour<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when they submitted their Expression of Interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They work in Nova Scotia in any occupation and were earning at least <\/span><b>$27 per hour<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when they submitted their Expression of Interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The province also stated that work permit expiry dates may be considered as a secondary factor when determining the order in which selected applications are processed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Focus on Workforce Retention<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nova Scotia explained that the initiative is intended to balance two priorities: retaining individuals who are already living and working in the province while continuing to attract skilled workers needed to support long-term economic growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For international recruitment, the province will continue prioritizing occupations experiencing significant labour shortages, including healthcare professions, skilled trades, and other occupations that support essential services across Nova Scotia communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates selected through this initiative will be contacted directly by the Department. Those who are not selected will remain in the Expression of Interest pool and may still be considered under Nova Scotia&#8217;s existing selection priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Selection Priorities May Continue to Change<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The province emphasized that its immigration priorities are not permanent and will continue to evolve based on labour market conditions, workforce demands, available nomination allocations, and broader economic needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nova Scotia also encouraged prospective applicants to make education and career decisions based on their long-term goals rather than current immigration priorities alone, noting that occupations selected today may not remain priorities in future invitation rounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What This Means for Applicants<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The latest announcement offers an additional opportunity for some temporary residents already living and working in Nova Scotia, particularly those whose work permits are approaching expiry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the province has made it clear that eligibility alone does not guarantee selection. Candidates will continue to compete within the available nomination spaces while Nova Scotia balances workforce retention with its broader economic priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals with active Expressions of Interest who meet the expanded criteria should monitor their email for any communication from the province while ensuring their immigration documents remain current.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Sehli Global Supports Provincial Nominee Program Applicants<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a licensed RCIC Canada immigration consultancy, Sehli Global helps applicants understand Provincial Nominee Program requirements, assess their eligibility, and prepare Permanent Residency applications with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sehliglobal.ca\/book-an-appointment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">book a consultation with Sehli Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to discuss your Provincial Nominee Program options, review your eligibility, and determine the next steps toward Permanent Residency in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nova Scotia&#8217;s one-time expansion of its immigration selection priorities reflects the province&#8217;s efforts to retain workers already contributing to its economy while continuing to address critical labour shortages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The initiative creates additional opportunities for some candidates with active Expressions of Interest submitted before June 30, 2026, particularly those whose work permits are approaching expiry. At the same time, the province has confirmed that nomination decisions will continue to be guided by available spaces, labour market needs, and economic priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicants who believe they may qualify under the expanded criteria should stay informed about provincial updates and ensure they are prepared if contacted by Nova Scotia.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nova Scotia has announced a one-time expansion of its immigration selection priorities, allowing more candidates already living 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