New Brunswick Skilled Worker Employer Support Stream
The New Brunswick Skilled Worker Employer Support Stream offers a reliable pathway for foreign workers who hold a permanent, full-time job offer from an approved local business. Designed to fill immediate labor market shortages across the province, this stream features an accessible language entry standard of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4.
By connecting qualified international workers directly with local employers, New Brunswick accelerates provincial nomination processing and provides LMIA-exempt work permit support letters so nominees can begin working in Canada while permanent residence applications are finalized.
| Program Attribute | Employer Support Stream Specifications |
| Stream Category | NBPNP Employer-Driven Skilled Worker Stream |
| Job Offer Requirement | Mandatory permanent full-time offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 |
| Language Entry Level | Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 across all 4 abilities |
| Work Experience Standard | Minimum 1 year of continuous experience in the target NOC |
| Employer Business Requirement | Must be established and operational in New Brunswick for 1+ year |
| Recruitment Standard | Employer must prove local recruitment efforts prior to hiring |
| Work Permit Support | Eligible for provincial LMIA-exempt work permit support letter |
Dual Eligibility Standards: Applicant and Employer
Both the foreign applicant and the local employer must satisfy strict program criteria.
1. Applicant Requirements
Applicants must be aged 19 to 55 and hold a genuine, signed job offer for permanent, full-time employment in New Brunswick under NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3. Offered wages must meet or exceed prevailing regional median levels on Job Bank. Applicants require at least 1 year of related work experience in the same occupation within the last 5 years, CLB 4 language exam results, and educational credentials equal to a Canadian high school diploma or higher.
2. Employer Requirements
The employer must operate an established, financially viable business in New Brunswick for at least 1 continuous year. Employers must prove active local recruitment efforts (advertising for at least 4 weeks across Job Bank and secondary platforms) before extending the offer to a foreign worker.
Have a job offer from a New Brunswick employer? Contact ImmigCanada today to verify if your employment contract meets provincial nomination standards.
Expression of Interest (EOI) Points Grid Breakdown
Applicants are evaluated on a 100-point selection grid, with a minimum pass mark of 50 points required for pool entry.
| Scoring Category | Maximum Points | Allocation Highlights |
| Age Profile | 12 Points Max | Ages 19 to 35 (12 pts), 36 to 40 (10 pts), 41 to 45 (8 pts) |
| Language Proficiency | 20 Points Max | CLB 4 (6 pts), CLB 5 (10 pts), CLB 6 (14 pts), CLB 7+ (18-20 pts) |
| Education Level | 15 Points Max | PhD/Master (15 pts), Bachelor (12 pts), Diploma (8 pts), High School (5 pts) |
| Work Experience | 15 Points Max | 1-2 years (8 pts), 3-4 years (12 pts), 5+ years (15 pts) |
| Job Offer TEER Level | 15 Points Max | NOC TEER 0 or 1 (15 pts), NOC TEER 2 or 3 (10 pts) |
| Adaptability Factors | 15 Points Max | Prior New Brunswick work, study, family ties, or spousal language |
Frequently Asked Questions
The stream requires a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 across reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This accessible standard makes it one of the most practical skilled worker pathways in Canada.
Yes. Temporary foreign workers currently living and working in New Brunswick on valid work permits can apply provided their job offer meets provincial duration, wage, and NOC TEER criteria.
No. The Skilled Worker Employer Support Stream strictly requires job offers in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3. Positions in TEER 4 or 5 must explore alternative streams such as the Critical Worker Pilot or Atlantic Immigration Program.
Professional Guidance with RCIC Eivy Joy Quito
Securing a permanent provincial nomination through a New Brunswick job offer requires full regulatory compliance from both worker and employer. At ImmigCanada, our legal team is led by Eivy Joy Quito, a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC #R512178) with deep expertise in employer-sponsored immigration. We assist with employer registration, wage compliance checks, and provincial application filing. Contact ImmigCanada today to arrange a full legal consultation.