PNP — NORTHWEST TERRITORIES

Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP).

NTNP is one of Canada's smallest PNPs — 197 nomination slots for 2026 split across the Employer-Driven Stream (with Skilled Worker, Critical Impact Worker, and Express Entry sub-pathways) and the Francophone Stream. A new EOI selection model launched on March 9, 2026 for the Employer-Driven Stream. We handle NTNP files end to end from Ontario.

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REGULATED CONSULTANT
RCIC
LICENSED PARALEGAL
Law Society of Ontario
BASED IN
Brampton, ON
PROGRAM OVERVIEW

How NTNP works.

NTNP runs two streams in 2026: the Employer-Driven Stream (with three sub-pathways — Skilled Worker, Critical Impact Worker, and NWT Express Entry) and the Francophone Stream. Both lead to a provincial nomination and then federal PR.

The Employer-Driven Stream introduced an EOI selection model on March 9, 2026 — candidates and employers register an Expression of Interest, get scored, and wait for an invitation rather than applying directly. The Francophone Stream continues to accept direct applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. NTNP's 197 nomination slots for 2026 are split across both streams.

NTNP STREAMS

Employer-Driven (three sub-pathways) and Francophone.

Both NTNP streams need an NWT employer job offer. The Employer-Driven Stream now uses an EOI model; the Francophone Stream still accepts direct applications on a first-come basis.

EMPLOYER-DRIVEN · BASE

Skilled Worker

For workers with a permanent, full-time job offer from an NWT employer in a skilled occupation (TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3). Submitted via the new EOI model from March 9, 2026.

EMPLOYER-DRIVEN · BASE

Critical Impact Worker

For workers in lower-skilled but critical NWT occupations (TEER 4–5) with at least 6 months of NWT work experience and an employer offer. Submitted via the new EOI model from March 9, 2026.

EMPLOYER-DRIVEN · EE-ALIGNED

Express Entry (NWT)

For TEER 0–3 candidates with an active federal Express Entry profile and an NWT employer job offer. Nomination adds 600 CRS points — effectively guarantees an ITA in the next federal draw. Now EOI-based.

FRANCOPHONE · BASE

Francophone Stream

Dedicated stream for French-speaking foreign nationals with an NWT employer offer. Continues to receive direct applications on a first-come first-serve basis (not subject to the new EOI model).

2026 AT A GLANCE

Where NTNP stands today.

2026 ALLOCATION
197
Federal nomination slots — split between Employer-Driven and Francophone streams.
NEW EOI MODEL
From March 9, 2026
Employer-Driven Stream (all three sub-pathways) moved to an EOI selection model on this date.
FRANCOPHONE STREAM
Direct application
Francophone Stream remains on first-come first-serve direct application — not subject to the new EOI model.
HOW WE WORK AN NTNP FILE

From employer offer to PR.

Every NTNP file is handled directly by Jugraj. The four steps below are the backbone — NWT-specific details (employer eligibility, EOI scoring, francophone evidence) slot in where needed.

01

Stream selection + employer coordination

We assess your work history, language scores (English/French), occupation, and the NWT employer's eligibility. We map you to the right NTNP stream — Skilled Worker, Critical Impact Worker, NWT Express Entry, or Francophone — and coordinate the employer-side filing.

02

EOI registration / direct application

For the Employer-Driven Stream, we register the EOI in the NTNP system and wait for an invitation. For the Francophone Stream, we submit a direct application on a first-come basis when the intake is open (intake opened March 9, 2026).

03

Provincial nomination certificate

If invited and approved, NTNP issues a nomination. For NWT Express Entry, +600 CRS is applied to your federal profile and an ITA follows in the next federal draw.

04

Federal PR application + landing

Full PR application to IRCC — medical exam, biometrics, supporting documents, security checks. We respond to procedural fairness letters and follow up on stalled files. You're walked through landing once approved.

WHAT WE'LL ASK FOR

Documents at a glance.

The exact checklist depends on the stream and your family situation. This is the working inventory most NTNP files need — we customise it after the first consultation.

Identity & status

  • Passport biodata pages (all family members)
  • Birth certificates
  • Current Canadian status documents (work or study permit, if in Canada)
  • Marriage or divorce records where applicable

Work experience

  • Reference letters listing duties matched to the NOC
  • Employment dates, hours per week, salary
  • Pay records (T4, Notice of Assessment, payslips) and contracts
  • NWT employer job offer letter and signed employment contract

Education

  • Canadian transcripts, diplomas, or degrees (originals)
  • Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign credentials
  • Trade certification or NWT regulator recognition where applicable

Language results

  • IELTS General Training or CELPIP-General (English)
  • TEF Canada or TCF Canada (French — required for the Francophone Stream)
  • Within 2 years for the NWT Express Entry sub-pathway
  • NTNP minimum CLB varies by TEER level

NWT-specific extras

  • NWT employer EOI / direct application support documents
  • Job description with NOC, wage, location
  • 6 months of NWT work experience for Critical Impact Worker
  • French proficiency and connection evidence for the Francophone Stream
GOVERNMENT FEES

What NTNP and IRCC charge.

An NTNP file involves two sets of government fees: a modest NTNP application fee, and IRCC's federal permanent-residence fees. The IRCC schedule below is the same fee structure that applies to every Express Entry and PNP-to-PR file.

FEDERAL — IRCC PR APPLICATION
  • Principal applicantCAD $1,590
    Processing fee + right of permanent residence fee combined.
  • Spouse or common-law partnerCAD $1,590
  • Dependent childCAD $270 each
  • Right of permanent residence fee (if deferred)CAD $600
    Already included in the $1,590 above when paid up-front. Can be paid separately before landing.
  • BiometricsCAD $85 / person · $170 family max

IRCC fees as of April 30, 2026. Medical exam, language tests, ECA reports, translations, and police certificates are billed separately by their respective providers.

View the current IRCC fee schedule ↗
NTNP — APPLICATION FEE

NTNP charges a modest provincial application fee per stream. Compared to larger PNPs the provincial fee is low — most of the file cost is the federal IRCC fees. Confirm the current amount at the consultation.

FAQ

Questions we're asked most.

Looking at NTNP for your case?

Tell us about your work history, the NWT employer (if you have one lined up), language scores (including French), and any NWT connection. We'll respond within one business day with the NTNP streams that fit and the next steps.

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