PEI updates designated employers under AIP in 2025. It is a crucial development for foreign nationals aiming for Canadian permanent residency. As of May 15, 2025, the province has added 20 new employers to its roster and removed over 14 previously designated businesses.

This latest update brings the total number of employers authorized to participate in the AIP in PEI to 364. For individuals looking to immigrate to Canada through this pathway, securing a job offer from one of these approved employers is a critical step.

Foreign nationals applying under the AIP must obtain a valid job offer from a designated employer to be considered for endorsement and, eventually, permanent residency.

List Of New Designated Employers In PEI

The following are the 20 new employers recently designated by the province of PEI to participate in the Atlantic Immigration Program:

  • 100367 PEI Inc.
  • 100542 PEI Inc.
  • 9892788 Canada Inc.
  • ALG (PEI) Management Ltd
  • Blackbush Beach Resort
  • Cardigan Bearing And Steel Ltd.
  • CBI Island Health Centre Inc.
  • Highfield Construction Company Ltd.
  • Jeremy & Joel Holdings Inc.
  • KY Home Solutions Inc.
  • Larkin Bros Inc.
  • Majhail Construction Ltd.
  • Maritime Industrial Services 2022 Inc
  • Nabuurs Gardens Ltd.
  • Oyster Creek Farms Inc.
  • PEI Lube Limited
  • Precision G&T Engineering
  • SpryPoint Services Inc
  • Tethys Aquaculture Canada, Inc.
  • TopGum Canada Ltd.

Noteworthy mentions among these include:

  • 100367 PEI Inc. operates under the name The Pilot House, a popular restaurant and bar.
  • 100542 PEI Inc. is known as FastSigns, specializing in customized signage and graphics.
  • 9892788 Canada Inc. runs as Stay Golden Customs, a business offering branding and merchandising services.

Employers Removed From Designated Status

As PEI updates designated employers under AIP in 2025, some previously designated businesses have been delisted. Here are the 14 employers no longer recognized under the AIP:

  • Island Abbey Food Science Ltd.
  • Pivot Drive Inc.
  • Silver Fox Entertainment Complex
  • Taco Boyz Inc.
  • Taco Boyz II Inc.
  • Whisperwood Villa Inc.
  • Willscott Farm Ltd.
  • Wilmac Construction Inc.
  • WM&M (1993) Ltd.
  • Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island
  • Worklinks Inc.
  • XPY Union Ltd.
  • Yumi Sushi Inc.
  • Z&C Flourish International Ltd.

It’s important to note that just because an employer is listed does not mean they are actively hiring. Job seekers must verify current opportunities and eligibility with the employer directly.

Program Restrictions And Sector Focus For 2025

Despite the updated employer list, PEI continues to restrict new AIP applications due to the reduced number of federal allocations in 2025. The province is currently prioritizing workers in key high-demand sectors: healthcare, construction, and manufacturing.

Understanding The AIP Eligibility Requirements

The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) provides a streamlined route to permanent residency for eligible foreign nationals and international graduates seeking to live and work in Atlantic Canada, which includes Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

To qualify for AIP, applicants must:

  • Secure a valid job offer from a designated employer in an Atlantic province.
  • The province must endorse your job offer.
  • Meet educational requirements:
    • At least one year of post-secondary education for NOC TEER 0 or 1 roles.
    • A high school diploma for NOC TEER 2, 3, or 4 roles.
  • Meet language proficiency standards:
    • Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 for TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.
    • CLB 4 for TEER 4.
  • Demonstrate one year of work experience, or a two-year post-secondary credential obtained in an Atlantic province.
  • Show proof of settlement funds, adjusted to family size.

Designated employers are responsible for ensuring the job offer is officially endorsed by the province before the candidate can apply for permanent residency.

The exact amount of settlement funds required will depend on the applicant’s family size. Applicants should prepare documentation to demonstrate financial stability in support of their PR application.

What Is The TEER System?

Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) uses a system called TEER (Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities) to categorize occupations. The TEER levels range from 0 to 5:

  • TEER 0: Jobs requiring management-level experience.
  • TEER 1: Roles needing a university degree.
  • TEER 2–3: Positions needing college diplomas or apprenticeship training.
  • TEER 4: High school diploma and/or on-the-job training.
  • TEER 5: No formal education requirements.

Most occupations eligible under the AIP fall under TEER 0–4.

If you’re not currently employed in the healthcare, construction, or manufacturing sectors, your best options to pursue permanent residency in PEI may be through the Express Entry system or the PEI Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

How To Apply For PR Via The AIP?

After confirming your eligibility and obtaining a job offer from a designated PEI employer, follow these three steps to apply for permanent residency through the AIP:

  1. Have your job offer endorsed by the province.
  2. Get a personalized settlement plan.
  3. Submit your application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Once the job offer is endorsed, PEI will issue a Certificate of Endorsement, which is a required document in your federal application.

Work Permit Options For AIP Candidates

PEI updates designated employers under AIP in 2025. While waiting for permanent residence processing, AIP applicants may be eligible for a special two-year work permit that allows them to begin working in Canada without delay.

To apply for this work permit, your designated employer must obtain a referral letter from PEI when endorsing your job offer. This referral letter must be submitted along with your work permit application.

This pathway offers an excellent opportunity for qualified workers in PEI’s priority sectors to start contributing to the province’s workforce while awaiting a final decision on their permanent residency.

If you seek information on how to begin your Canada immigration application process, you can talk to our NavaImmigration experts at 1800-918-8490, or you can drop us an email at [email protected].