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YUKON NOMINEE PROGRAM FOR 2025

Immigration law

07 Feb

If you have the right skills and experience, you could qualify for a provincial nomination through the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) to help with immigration. The Yukon government is transitioning to an intake-based system for applications to the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). The Yukon government hopes that the new intake system for 2025 will allow for a more manageable process while still accepting applications throughout the year.

The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) will open for its first intake of 2025 on January 29, accepting up to 125 applications for nominations. The program plans to hold intakes every few months, though there is no set schedule. The size and frequency of future intakes will depend on how many nominations the YNP receives from the federal government, and Yukon has asked for more nominations in 2025.

It is a program driven by employers that aims to address labor market demands. To apply for a territorial nomination through the YNP, both the foreign national and their employer must submit the application together.

Before this change, the YNP didn't have specific intake periods or application caps and would accept applications year-round. However, in 2024, the number of applications increased significantly, surpassing the territory's nomination allocation.

The YNP is a program driven by employers that aims to address labor market demands. To apply for a territorial nomination through the YNP, both the foreign national and their employer must submit the application together.

Some of the common ways to immigrate to the Yukon include:

  • Skilled Workers: Individuals with specific skills and qualifications that are in demand in the Yukon labor market can apply for permanent residency through employer-driven programs or the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP).
  • Business Owners or Entrepreneurs: Individuals looking to start or invest in a business in the Yukon can apply under the Yukon Business Nominee Program.
  • International Students: Those who have studied at an eligible educational institution in the Yukon may be eligible for a work permit or permanent residency through the YNP after completing their studies.
  • Family Sponsorship: If you have a family member who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in the Yukon, they may be able to sponsor you for immigration.
  • Express Entry: Those eligible for Canada's Express Entry system may apply for permanent residence through the Yukon’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) if they meet specific requirements.

WORKER ELIGIBILITY

The Yukon Nominee Program welcomes applications from individuals both within Canada and abroad. To be eligible for the program, you must:

  • Have a full-time, year-round job offer from a qualified employer in Yukon.
  • Fulfill the specific requirements of the application stream you are applying under. 

Foreign business owners and entrepreneurs can apply to run their business in Yukon via the Yukon Business Nominee Program. Make sure you meet the following personal and business eligibility requirements before applying.

To qualify for the Yukon Business Nominee Program, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Achieve a minimum score of 65 points on the assessment grid.
  • Hold at least a high school diploma. If your business requires further education, you must also provide proof of the necessary credentials.
  • Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in entrepreneurship or business management.
  • Possess at least 5 years of relevant work experience related to your business.
  • Not be a refugee or have an active refugee status claim with the Government of Canada.
  • Have never been denied immigration by the Government of Canada.
  • Not have any active applications for other provincial or territorial nominee programs.
  • Have a net worth of at least CAD $500,000, with documentation and verification from a Yukon accounting firm confirming that it was legally obtained.
  • Have at least CAD $300,000 in liquid assets, including cash, bonds, and cash derivatives, with documentation and verification from a Yukon accounting firm confirming that these assets were legally acquired.
  • Intend to live permanently in Yukon.
  • Agree to reside in Yukon with dependents, if applicable, while managing and investing in your business there.
  • Hold a position within your business that falls under National Occupational Classification (NOC) TEER 0 or 1.
  • Not have purchased or started your business in Yukon before applying to the program.
  • Demonstrate how you will invest a minimum of CAD $300,000 in capital investments for the business within the first two years. This does not include any investments made before your acceptance into the program.
  • Capital investments should include property or equipment purchases, excluding personal items like houses, vehicles partially used for the business, or operational and maintenance expenses.

If the application is approved, the foreign national will receive a nomination from Yukon, enabling them to apply for permanent residence with the Canadian federal government.

RRM Law, a Brampton immigration lawyer and best law firm in Brampton, can assist with the Yukon Nominee Program by providing expert guidance on eligibility requirements, preparing and submitting your application, and ensuring all necessary documents are accurate and complete.

In addition to immigration services, RRM Law offers support in other legal areas, such as criminal defense attorney, real estate lawyer, and family law attorney. They can represent you in communications with the Yukon government and help you navigate the application process, including the next steps toward applying for permanent residence with the Canadian federal government.