Skilled Worker

The re-opening of the Northwest Territories Nominee Program is being postponed. The program planned to re-open its application intake on January 16, 2025, however the reopening date is now delayed. Information on the date of re-opening will be shared publicly in the coming weeks. We apologize for any strain or inconvenience this may cause applicants.

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The Skilled Worker category helps employers attract qualified individuals if there are shortages of workers for jobs in the NWT that require formal education, specialized training, or both. This category is for occupations that fall under National Occupation Classification (NOC) TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3.

To be eligible, foreign nationals must be able to demonstrate they have the training, experience and education to fulfill the needs of the job description. The skilled worker must have one year of full-time experience in the relevant occupation.    

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There is a minimum language requirement to ensure the foreign national is able to communicate in English or French. This requirement must be met at the time the application is made and proof of testing must be provided.

For further information about mandatory eligibility criteria, refer to the program guidelines.

Watch this YouTube tutorial to help with your application: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hWXlbxNET4

*Les employeurs qui présentent une demande en français doivent le faire sur papier, car le portail électronique n’est pas encore accessible en français.

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