Nova Scotia has refined its immigration priorities to address critical labour shortages, with a primary focus on healthcare and skilled trades.

Effective April 27, 2026, candidates in these sectors at TEER levels 0–4 are prioritized, including both international applicants and temporary residents already working in the province.

Additionally, the province may consider candidates already working in Nova Scotia in selected sectors, including natural sciences, education, natural resources, and manufacturing, provided they meet TEER 0–4 requirements.

For occupations outside these priority groups, consideration is limited to temporary residents in TEER 0–2 roles. TEER 5 occupations are not being prioritized in any category at this time.

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