New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot Program
Pathway to Canadian permanent residence for skilled and unskilled workers through partnerships with leading New Brunswick employers.
Direct route to permanent residence
Skilled & unskilled workers
Launched November 2022
Program Overview
Responding to critical labor shortages in New Brunswick, the provincial and federal governments launched the NBCWP on November 7, 2022. This initiative addresses workforce needs while prioritizing newcomer settlement and retention in the province.
Bridge Labor Gaps
Collaborate with partner employers to recruit foreign workers for critical positions
Settlement Support
Comprehensive assistance with housing, transportation, and community integration
Long-term Retention
Focus on helping newcomers build lasting lives in New Brunswick
Partner Employers
NBCWP partners with six distinguished employers selected for their outstanding performance under NBPNP and commitment to immigrant hiring:
Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
Global seafood company with sustainable practices
Groupe Savoie Inc.
Hardwood products for construction and furniture
Groupe Westco
Leading poultry industry supplier
Imperial Manufacturing
HVAC products and ventilation solutions
J.D. Irving Ltd.
Diversified forestry, paper, and construction
McCain Foods
Global leader in frozen food industry
Comprehensive Settlement Services
Partner employers provide robust settlement plans assisting with housing, transportation, and community integration.
Immigrants receive up to 200 hours of language training in English or French, Canada's official languages.
Guidance and support for Canadian educational equivalency, facilitating access to further education and career advancement.
Support services to help you and your family settle into New Brunswick communities successfully.
Program Objectives
Address Labor Shortages
Fill critical workforce gaps in key New Brunswick industries
Support Economic Growth
Contribute to the province's economic development through skilled workforce
Ensure Long-term Success
Focus on newcomer retention and successful integration into New Brunswick communities
Success Stories
“Over a five-year period, the NBCWP will undergo rigorous monitoring and evaluation to assess its effectiveness in meeting workforce needs, facilitating newcomer integration, and driving economic development in New Brunswick.”
— Program Evaluation Framework
Start Your Canadian Journey Today
The New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot Program offers a unique pathway to Canadian permanent residence with comprehensive settlement support. Contact Visa Bridge to explore your options.
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