Atlantic Immigration Pilot

• Delays in processing permanent residence applications causing ‘uncertainty’ for skilled immigrants

  A recent 'skilled immigrant' to Nova Scotia says there have been significant delays in the federal government's processing of applications.

  Canada

  Feb 19, 2021
  
• Nova Scotia saw record-breaking number of immigrants in 2019: data

  According to recently released federal government data, the 7,580 new permanent residents surpass the previous record of 5,970 in 2018.

  Canada

  Feb 12, 2020
  
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• Work permit requirements reduced for spouses of Atlantic program immigrants

  The federal Department of Immigration says in a news release that the change "supports the Atlantic Immigration Pilot's goal to ensure newcomers who have come here, stay here."

  Politics

  May 8, 2019
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• Federal government commits $70 million to Atlantic health information service

  The plan is to modernize the management of health information and enable patients to access their own health information.

  Canada

  Jul 10, 2018
• Fredericton Chamber of Commerce proposes resolution to attract, retain more international students

  The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce wants the federal government to make it easier for communities to attract and retain international post-secondary students.

  Canada

  Aug 24, 2017
• Atlantic Immigration Pilot uptake off to a slow start

  The federal government set of a goal of bringing 2,000 skilled immigrants to Atlantic Canada in 2017 through the new Atlantic Immigration Pilot. Four months into the program, it’s clear there’s a lot more work to be done.

  Canada

  Jul 12, 2017
• Atlantic premiers aim to bring 2,000 immigrants to region with pilot program

  A new pilot program is hoping to attract and retain skilled immigrants in Atlantic Canada.

  Canada

  Jan 27, 2017