Mandate

The Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism is a division of the Department of Immigration, Population Growth & Skills, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

As the division supporting immigration and multiculturalism priorities in the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Office is mandated with:

  • Administering the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program and the Atlantic Immigration Program;
  • Building awareness of the benefits of immigration;
  • Promoting Newfoundland and Labrador as a destination of choice to prospective immigrants;
  • Promoting diversity and multiculturalism throughout the province; and,
  • Supporting retention through enhanced settlement and integration services, including liaising with other divisions, departments, and external stakeholders on relevant matters.