Key Highlights
- Prince Edward Island (PEI) adds 20 new designated employers under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
- 14 employers have been removed from the AIP designated list as of May 15, 2025.
- Total number of designated employers in PEI now stands at 364.
- New entries in high-demand sectors like healthcare, construction, and manufacturing are bolded in the list.
- PEI is currently only accepting AIP applications in high-demand sectors due to limited federal allocations.
- Foreign workers must meet specific criteria including job offer, education, language benchmarks, and settlement funds to qualify.
- Special two-year work permits are available for eligible AIP applicants.
New Designated Employers in PEI’s AIP List – May 2025 Update
If you’re an international worker eyeing permanent residency in Canada through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), there’s a crucial step you can’t skip — securing a job offer from an employer officially designated by the province. For those considering Prince Edward Island (PEI) as their destination, there’s some fresh news worth your attention.
As of May 15, 2025, PEI has released an updated list of employers designated under the AIP. The new update adds 20 new employers to the list, while also removing 14 previously listed businesses. With these changes, the total number of designated employers in PEI now stands at 364.
Let’s take a closer look at the changes and what they mean for hopeful applicants.
Newly Added Designated Employers
The following employers have just been added to PEI’s AIP designated list. We’ve highlighted those in bold that operate within high-demand sectors such as healthcare, construction, and manufacturing — the only sectors currently being considered for AIP applications by the province.
| Newly Designated Employers |
|---|
| 100367 PEI Inc. (The Pilot House) |
| 100542 PEI Inc. (FastSigns) |
| 9892788 Canada Inc. (Stay Golden Customs) |
| 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. |
Note: Being on the designated list does not necessarily mean these businesses are hiring at the moment — always confirm current job openings directly with the employer.
Employers Removed from PEI’s Designated List
Alongside the additions, PEI has also removed the following 14 employers from the designated list:
| Removed Employers |
|---|
| 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 PEI |
| Worklinks Inc. |
| XPY Union Ltd. |
| Yumi Sushi Inc. |
| Z&C Flourish International Ltd. |
Who Can Apply under PEI’s AIP in 2025?
Due to overwhelming interest and a reduced quota from the federal government for 2025, PEI is only endorsing AIP applications from workers in high-demand sectors. These include:
- Healthcare
- Construction
- Manufacturing
If you’re hoping to apply under a different industry, you’ll need to explore other immigration routes like Express Entry or the PEI Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP).
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for PR under the AIP, applicants must meet a set of eligibility criteria. Here’s what’s required:
- A valid job offer from a PEI-designated employer.
- Endorsement of your job offer by the province.*
- At least a one-year post-secondary qualification for NOC TEER 0 or 1 jobs, or a high school diploma for TEER 2 to 4 jobs.