EE Category — French-language proficiency, 19 Aug 2026 — what it means in Nova Scotia

On Wednesday 19 August 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada invited 5,000 candidates in the EE Category — French-language proficiency round, minimum score 382. Federal rounds select candidates from across Canada, Nova Scotia included.

Jobs in Nova Scotia

Over the last eight weeks our Job Bank research filed 187 job postings open to foreign workers in Nova Scotia in the occupations this round selects. The most posted: Cook (36), Food service supervisor (13), Hairstylist (9).

Nova Scotia and Express Entry

Nova Scotia can nominate Express Entry candidates through Nova Scotia — Express Entry. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to a candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System score (IRCC).