Canada has both a Federal Government and 10 Provincial Governments. Each Province in Canada has their own Provincial Nominee Program where they have the power (without the Federal Government’s approval) to nominate applicants for Permanent Residency in Canada. Among many, these Provincial Nominee Programs provide opportunities for skilled workers, semi-skilled workers, international graduates, nurses, investors, etc. to immigrate to Canada.

Each Provincial Nominee Program is individually governed by the particular province, which means the eligibility requirements, rules, and conditions vary and are determined by the province itself.

The Provincial Nominee Program is normally a popular program among applicants that do not qualify to apply directly through the Federal Express Entry options. In many cases, the eligibility requirements (For example Language requirements) are somewhat lower than the Express Entry requirements. Having been nominated by a province (if through the Provincial Express Entry option) grants the applicant additional points which can help in receiving an invitation through the Express Entry system.