New Brunswick Skilled Worker Family Support Stream
The New Brunswick Skilled Worker Family Support Stream offers a dedicated immigration route for foreign workers who have close family ties in New Brunswick. Unlike many traditional economic streams, this pathway does not require a local job offer from a Canadian employer. Instead, it leverages existing family networks to facilitate smooth community settlement and long-term economic integration.
To qualify, foreign applicants must be supported by an eligible family member who is a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident currently living in New Brunswick. Qualified applicants earn bonus points on the provincial assessment grid, making this one of the most accessible pathways for individuals with established regional roots.
| Program Attribute | Family Support Stream Specifications |
| Stream Category | NBPNP Skilled Worker Pathway (Family-Assisted) |
| Job Offer Requirement | Not required (Commercial employment plan required) |
| Family Relationship Rule | Must have an eligible close relative residing in New Brunswick |
| Supporter Residence Standard | Must be a Canadian citizen/PR living in NB for 1+ continuous year |
| Minimum Language Level | Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 across all skills |
| Work Experience Mandate | Minimum 1 year in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 within the last 5 years |
| EOI Pass Threshold | Minimum 50 points out of 100 on the core points grid |
Detailed Eligibility Criteria for Applicants and Supporters
Both the foreign candidate and their New Brunswick supporter must fulfill specific legal criteria.
1. Applicant Requirements
Foreign applicants must be aged 19 to 55 and hold a minimum of 1 year of continuous skilled work experience in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 within the past 5 years. Educational credentials must equal a Canadian secondary or post-secondary diploma backed by an Educational Credential Assessment. Applicants must achieve CLB 5 language scores and demonstrate unencumbered settlement funds.
2. Family Supporter Requirements
The supporting family member must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident who has physically resided in New Brunswick for at least 12 continuous months prior to application. Eligible relationships include parents, siblings, children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. First cousins are excluded.
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Expression of Interest (EOI) Points Grid Breakdown
Candidates are evaluated on a 100-point base grid, receiving a mandatory 15-point bonus for having an approved New Brunswick family supporter.
| Scoring Category | Maximum Points | Allocation Highlights |
| Age Profile | 12 Points Max | Ages 19 to 35 earn maximum 12 points; points scale down to age 55 |
| Language Ability | 20 Points Max | CLB 5 (10 pts), CLB 6 (14 pts), CLB 7 (18 pts), CLB 8+ (20 pts) |
| Educational Background | 15 Points Max | Master/PhD (15 pts), Bachelor (10 pts), Diploma (8 pts), High School (5 pts) |
| Skilled Work Experience | 15 Points Max | 1 to 2 years (8 pts), 3 to 4 years (12 pts), 5+ years (15 pts) |
| Family Support Bonus | 15 Points Bonus | Awarded upon verified submission of Supporter Declaration |
| Adaptability Factors | 8 Points Max | Prior New Brunswick visits, studies, or spousal language proficiency |
Required Settlement Funds Thresholds (2026 Standards)
Applicants must demonstrate unencumbered liquid funds to support their initial settlement period in New Brunswick.
| Family Unit Size | Minimum |
| Single Applicant | $3,500 |
| Two Family Members | $5,500 |
| Three Family Members | $7,000 |
| Four Family Members | $8,500 |
| Five Family Members | $9,500 |
| Six or More Members | $10,500 (+$1,000 per additional dependent) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligible family supporters include parents, siblings, adult children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews who are Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents living in New Brunswick. Extended relationships such as first cousins or in-laws are not eligible.
No. Unlike federal family class sponsorship programs, the New Brunswick supporter does not enter into a binding financial sponsorship agreement. However, they must complete a formal Supporter Declaration promising settlement assistance such as housing orientation and employment search guidance.
Yes. A formal job offer is not required under the Family Support Stream. However, candidates must present a realistic economic settlement plan detailing how their skilled work experience aligns with the local New Brunswick labor market.
Professional Consultation with RCIC Eivy Joy Quito
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