This section provides resources to help immigrants begin the immigration process, and find information about working and living in Nova Scotia.

• Nova Scotia Office of Immigration - find all the information you need to begin the process of immigrating to Nova Scotia.
• Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) - visit for information on coming to Canada as a visitor, temporary worker, student, immigrant, or refugee.
• Human Resources and Skills Development Canada - information on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.
• Immigrant Settlement & Integration Services (ISIS) - a leading community services organization that welcomes immigrants.  Working in partnership, ISIS offers services and creates opportunities to enable immigrants to participate fully in Canadian life.
• Regional Immigration Navigator Project - providing a central location where newcomers in the regions of Antigonish, Guysborough, and the Strait-Highlands area can obtain information related to immigrant and settlement needs.
• Metro-Region Association for Immigrant Language Services - offers many free services throughout Nova Scotia.
• Working in Canada - can help you get ready for the challenges of finding a job.
• Internationally Educated and Trained Professionals of Nova Scotia - gives internationally educated and trained professionals a collective voice in addressing issues of access to professional licensure and employment in the province.
• Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials - assists individuals, employers, professionals, and organizations regarding foreign credential recognition and the assessment of diplomas and qualifications in Canada.
• New Canadian Entrepreneurship Training Program - is customized, hands-on entrepreneurship training for new immigrants to Canada.
• Canadian Immigration Integration Project - provides overseas orientation helping immigrants find the right job faster and employers access immigrant talent.
• Come to Life! - If you are considering Nova Scotia as a possible place to move for a new job, see what we have to offer… Come to Life!
• Regional Development Authorities - If you would like to learn more information about a specific city or region of the province, visit the local Regional Development Authority for a wealth of relevant information.
• MLS.ca - Look into property in Nova Scotia on mls.ca.  MLS is not a government website, but you may find it helpful in exploring real estate options.
• Living in Nova Scotia: A Guide for Immigrant Women - is an online guide for women who have moved to Nova Scotia from other countries.