Expression of Interest Draws in Prince Edward Island (PEI)

The Prince Edward Island (PEI) Office of Immigration facilitates its Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) through Expression of Interest (EOI) draws. These draws align with federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The current focus is on skilled workers in high-demand sectors, including healthcare, trades, childcare, and other industries experiencing significant labour shortages. Notably, individuals working in sales and service sectors may not receive invitations to apply at this time.

Understanding the EOI System

An Expression of Interest is not an application but a preliminary indication of interest in being considered for the PEI PNP. The Office of Immigration reserves the right to limit EOI intake or exclude certain categories from draws.

Attributes Considered for Selection

The EOI system evaluates applicants based on several criteria:

• Language proficiency: English or French.
• Education: Level, field of study, and location of completion.
• Skill and work experience: Relevant to PEI’s labour market.
• Strategic priorities: Addressing immediate labour shortages in PEI.
• Other factors: Employment prospects, such as having a job offer in PEI or prior Canadian work experience.

Summary of Invitations in 2024

The table below outlines the invitations issued in 2024:

Invitation Trends

• Business Invitations: Represented only 1% of total invitations issued in the past 12 months.
• Labour Invitations: Dominated the draws, comprising 99% of invitations.