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Provincial Nominee Program

Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) 2026

---- NOVA SCOTIA ----

Nova Scotia modernized its entire immigration program on February 18, 2026 - consolidating ten separate streams into four clear pathways: Skilled Worker, Nova Scotia Graduate, Entrepreneur, and Nova Scotia: Express Entry. Nova Scotia also participates in the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), a federal employer-driven pathway that operates alongside the NSNP. The province is actively recruiting in construction, healthcare, and other high-demand sectors - but the accommodation and food services sector remains paused since April 2024.

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⚡ Accommodation & Food Services Sector PAUSED Since April 2024 - Still Closed

As of April 17, 2024, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program paused intake of new Expressions of Interest from the Accommodation and Food Services sector (NAICS 72). This pause remains in effect as of March 2026.

Additionally, the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) and the former Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry stream have also paused applications involving NOC 62020 (food service supervisors). Candidates employed in accommodation and food service occupations with an employer outside of NAICS 72 may still apply to NSNP streams - confirming it is the employer's sector classification, not the candidate's job title alone, that determines eligibility. If you work in hospitality and your employer is classified outside NAICS 72, contact us immediately to confirm your eligibility. If your employer is NAICS 72, alternative pathways must be identified.

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---- WHAT IS THE NSNP ----

Nova Scotia's Provincial Nominee Program - The Basics

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is Nova Scotia's provincial economic immigration program, operated by the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration. Through the NSNP, prospective immigrants who have skills and experience needed by Nova Scotia employers may be nominated to immigrate to Canada permanently. Like all provincial nominee programs, NSNP issues provincial nominations - final decisions on permanent residence applications are made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). After receiving a nominee certificate, applicants have 12 months to apply to IRCC for permanent residence. You, your spouse, and your dependants must meet all federal requirements for medical, security, and criminal admissibility.

Nova Scotia also participates in the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) - a federal program that allows designated Nova Scotia employers to hire skilled foreign workers and international graduates for positions they have been unable to fill locally. The AIP is administered federally by IRCC but requires provincial endorsement. Unlike the NSNP (which is a nomination program), the AIP allows endorsed foreign workers to apply directly to IRCC for permanent residence. The AIP and the NSNP operate independently and serve different employer needs.

On February 18, 2026, Nova Scotia consolidated the NSNP from ten streams into four: Skilled Worker, Nova Scotia Graduate, Entrepreneur, and Nova Scotia: Express Entry. Eligibility is unchanged - sub-criteria mirror the former streams. New EOIs after that date use the new structure; existing pool EOIs stay active.

10 Streams → 4 Streams - February 18, 2026 Consolidation

Nova Scotia's consolidation reorganized the NSNP for clarity and efficiency. The former Critical Construction Worker Pilot is now the Construction sub-criteria under Skilled Worker. The Physician Stream is now the Physician sub-criteria under Skilled Worker and Express Entry. The International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream is now the International Graduates sub-criteria under Entrepreneur. The former Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry, Labour Market Priorities, and Labour Market Priorities for Physicians streams are all now consolidated under the new Nova Scotia: Express Entry stream. Eligibility is unchanged - only the navigation structure changed.

Construction Is a Priority - 22 Eligible NOCs, No Accommodation and Food

Nova Scotia's construction sector has one of the most detailed dedicated sub-criteria in any Atlantic PNP. The Skilled Worker stream's Construction sub-criteria covers 22 specific NOC codes - from construction managers to concrete finishers, electricians to heavy equipment mechanics. The employer must be in the construction sector (NAICS 23). Unlike the broader Skilled Worker stream (which requires CLB 5 only if your first language is English or French), the Construction sub-criteria requires CLB 5 or CLB 4 test results even from first-language English/French speakers - a notably stricter requirement.

Physicians - Two Pathways, Both Invitation-Based

Nova Scotia recruits physicians through two pathways: the Skilled Worker stream's Physician sub-criteria (for non-EE candidates) and the Nova Scotia: Express Entry stream's Physician sub-criteria (for EE candidates). Both require an approved opportunity from the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) or the IWK Health Centre - and both are by invitation only. For the EE pathway, physicians must also sign a Return for Service Agreement with the NS Department of Health and Wellness committing to live and work in Nova Scotia for at least 2 years. For EE physicians, the invitation (Letter of Interest) must be acted upon within 30 calendar days.

Atlantic Immigration Program - The Federal Employer Pathway

The AIP gives Nova Scotia employers a second route to hiring internationally - outside the NSNP nomination process. An AIP-designated employer can endorse a foreign worker directly, and that worker applies to IRCC for permanent residence with a provincial endorsement certificate. Unlike NSNP, which requires nomination and then a separate IRCC application, AIP is a single-step federal PR application after the employer endorsement is issued. The employer must be designated first (demonstrating good standing and commitment to settlement support), then have the specific position endorsed (demonstrating local recruitment efforts failed), and then the endorsed worker applies to IRCC.

---- WHAT CHANGED ----

February 18, 2026 - NSNP Stream Consolidation

Nova Scotia published this change on February 18, 2026. Source: official liveinnovascotia.com update "NSNP Update: Four Consolidated Streams."

Former stream (before Feb 18, 2026)New stream (after Feb 18, 2026)
Nova Scotia Demand: Express EntryNova Scotia: Express Entry
Nova Scotia Experience: Express EntryNova Scotia: Express Entry
Labour Market PrioritiesNova Scotia: Express Entry
Labour Market Priorities for PhysiciansNova Scotia: Express Entry
Critical Construction Worker PilotSkilled Worker (Construction sub-criteria)
Physician StreamSkilled Worker (Physician sub-criteria) AND NS: Express Entry (Physician sub-criteria)
International Graduate Entrepreneur StreamEntrepreneur (International Graduates sub-criteria)
International Graduates in DemandNova Scotia Graduate
(General skilled worker streams)Skilled Worker
  • Eligibility remains unchanged - the sub-criteria within each new stream mirror the eligibility requirements of the former individual streams exactly.
  • These changes apply only to new EOI submissions submitted to the NSNP after February 18, 2026.
  • EOI submissions already in the NSNP pool remain active and are unaffected by the consolidation. No action is required.

---- STREAMS & ELIGIBILITY ----

Nova Scotia NSNP - 2026 Streams & Eligibility Guide

Start with the eligibility snapshot below to see how the four consolidated streams compare, who is barred, and what applies to every EOI. Then open Step 2 for sub-criteria, construction NOCs, graduate NOCs, entrepreneur rules, and Express Entry physician timelines. As of February 18, 2026, most streams need a full-time permanent Nova Scotia job offer; the exception is Nova Scotia: Express Entry - Skilled Work Experience (1 year of NS work + active EE profile). All streams use an Expression of Interest at novascotia.ca/eNSNP.

Step 1

Eligibility at a glance

Skim the snapshot cards and bars first. When a stream looks relevant, use Step 2 for program codes, NOC tables, and line-by-line criteria.

EOI

Required

novascotia.ca/eNSNP

Job offer

Most streams

Full-time permanent NS employer

Typical age

21–55

19–55 for NS Graduate

NAICS 72

Paused

Hospitality EOI intake

Core requirements (by stream)

Each card is a quick scan - Step 2 has overview tables, NOC lists, and full criteria.

Skilled Worker (general)
  • Age 21–55 · permanent full-time NS offer · 1 year related work
  • TEER 4/5: six months with the employer making the offer
  • CLB 5 (TEER 0–3) or CLB 4 + test (TEER 4–5); no PGWP + TEER 5
Skilled Worker (construction)
  • Employer NAICS 23 · role must be one of 22 listed construction NOCs
  • CLB 5 / 4 by TEER - test required for everyone in this track
Nova Scotia Graduate
  • Age 19–55 · eligible NS DLI within 3 years · ≥50% of study in NS
  • Offer in NOC 32102, 32124, 33102, or 42202 · CLB 5 · NS regulation where required
Entrepreneur
  • EOI then Invitation to Apply only · net worth & investment minimums
  • CLB 5 (general) or CLB 7 (international graduate entrepreneur)
Nova Scotia: Express Entry
  • ≥1 year NS work TEER 0–3 · active EE profile · age 21–55
  • PGWP experience only counts with a Nova Scotia credential

Typical bars - who often cannot apply

Confirm with current NSNP guidance; these are common published restrictions.

  • Workers at employers in Accommodation and Food Services (NAICS 72) - paused since April 17, 2024
  • Applications involving NOC 62020 food service supervisors - paused under NSNP and AIP
  • PGWP holders in Skilled Worker applying to TEER 5 positions
  • PGWP holders in NS: Express Entry without NS graduation for PGWP-based experience
  • Outside age 21–55 (19–55 for NS Graduate)
  • No full-time permanent NS job offer (except EE Skilled Work Experience: 1 year NS experience)
  • Cannot prove required CLB (approved test where required)
  • Physicians without NSHA/IWK approved opportunities
  • Entrepreneur - International Graduate without 1+ year operating the NS business

Step 2

Deep dive - full criteria

Choose a stream from the list - it sits to the left on wide screens and above the detail panel on phones. Each panel has an Overview tab for comparison tables and a Detailed criteria tab for complete checklists. Each requirement uses a simple label → explanation row.

Select a stream

Active stream

Skilled Worker

Foreign workers with a qualifying Nova Scotia employer - general roles, construction (NAICS 23), physicians (NSHA/IWK), or province-listed in-demand occupations.

At a glancePermanent full-time offer · four sub-criteria · 22 construction NOCs

Skilled Worker - 4 sub-criteria

Employer-driven: compare programs in the table here, then use the Detailed criteria tab for 1A–1D line items.

Programs in this stream (overview)

CodeProgramEmployer / sectorJob offerLanguageAge
1ASkilled Worker (General)Any eligible NS employerFull-time permanentCLB 5 (TEER 0–3); CLB 4 + test (TEER 4–5)21–55
1BConstructionNAICS 23 · 22 NOCsFull-time permanentTest always (CLB 5 / 4)21–55
1CPhysiciansNSHA / IWK onlyPer approved opportunityAs required21–55
1DOccupations in DemandProvincial list (check live list)When occupation listedCLB 421–55

---- THE FEDERAL EMPLOYER PATHWAY ----

Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) - Nova Scotia's Second Route to PR

The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) is a federal program that operates alongside - but separate from - the NSNP. While the NSNP nominates individuals, the AIP allows designated employers to endorse workers directly for federal permanent residence. The AIP does not count against Nova Scotia's provincial nomination allocation.

What AIP is and how it differs from NSNP

The AIP helps Nova Scotia employers hire skilled foreign workers and international graduates from Canadian institutions for jobs they have been unable to fill locally. Unlike the NSNP (which requires provincial nomination first, then a separate IRCC federal application), the AIP is a direct federal PR pathway - once endorsed by Nova Scotia, the foreign worker applies directly to IRCC for permanent residence with the provincial endorsement certificate. Employers can also obtain a work permit referral letter from the province for workers who need to begin working before their PR is processed.

StepWhat happens
1Employer designationBusiness in good standing, labour need shown, settlement support pledged, mandatory onboarding and intercultural training completed.
2Position endorsementPer role and candidate: unsuccessful local recruitment, full-time non-seasonal offer co-signed with the worker, individualized settlement plan co-signed with the worker.
3Federal PR applicationEndorsed worker applies to IRCC with the valid provincial endorsement certificate.

Current AIP restrictions

  • ⚠ NOC 62020 (Food Service Supervisors) is PAUSED under AIP - Nova Scotia has temporarily paused the AIP for food service supervisors.
  • ⚠ Accommodation and Food Services sector (NAICS 72) remains paused for NSNP EOI submissions since April 17, 2024 - still in effect March 2026.

Who can benefit most from AIP:

  • Employers in construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and tech who need permanent workers they cannot find locally
  • Workers outside NSNP eligibility age brackets (the NSNP generally requires ages 21–55; the AIP has different federal age requirements)
  • Employers who want a faster and more employer-controlled pathway than NSNP
  • International graduates of Canadian post-secondary institutions who have a qualifying Nova Scotia employer

Settlement plan requirement: All AIP-endorsed candidates must contact an approved Nova Scotia immigrant settlement service provider organization to complete an individualized settlement plan for themselves and any accompanying family members. The endorsed candidate must provide a copy of each plan to the employer before final endorsement.

Business portal: accesstobusiness.snsmr.gov.ns.ca

---- HOW TO APPLY ----

The NSNP Application Process - Step by Step

Every stream uses the EOI portal first. Use these steps as your checklist before and after you submit.

As of November 28, 2025, Nova Scotia formalized an Expression of Interest (EOI) process across all NSNP streams. Submitting an EOI does not guarantee an invitation to apply - Nova Scotia selects candidates from the EOI pool based on labour market needs, available nomination spaces, and applicant eligibility. The EOI portal is available at novascotia.ca/eNSNP.

1

Confirm Your Employer Qualifies

Before submitting any EOI, confirm your Nova Scotia employer meets program requirements. Your employer must: have been unable to fill the position with a permanent resident or Canadian citizen, operate a legitimate business in Nova Scotia, and provide a full-time permanent job offer at competitive wages (per Government of Canada Job Bank wage rates for the occupation). For Construction sub-criteria: confirm the employer is classified under NAICS 23 and the position is one of the 22 eligible construction NOC codes. For Accommodation and Food Services (NAICS 72) employers: do not submit - the NSNP EOI intake is paused for this sector. Employers submitting AIP applications for NOC 62020 (food service supervisors) should also confirm the current pause before submitting.

2

Confirm Your Eligibility

Check every criterion before submitting an EOI. Age: must be 21–55 (19–55 for NS Graduate). Language: CLB 4 or CLB 5 depending on NOC TEER and sub-criteria. For Construction sub-criteria: a language test is required even if English or French is your first language. Work experience: 1 year in the relevant occupation within a reasonable period (for general Skilled Worker TEER 4/5: 6 months must be with the specific Nova Scotia employer). For NS Graduate: graduated from a Nova Scotia DLI within 3 years and completed at least 50% of the program in Nova Scotia. For Express Entry: 1+ year of NS work experience in TEER 0–3 and active EE profile required.

3

Submit Your Expression of Interest

Go to novascotia.ca/eNSNP and complete the online EOI form. Submit all required information and attachments with the EOI - the EOI is not a pre-registration; it is a full expression of interest that requires supporting documentation. Include: employer information (NSNP 200 form completed by employer), language test results, identity documents, work experience evidence, and education credentials. Incomplete EOIs will not be processed.

4

Wait for Selection from the EOI Pool

Nova Scotia reviews submissions and selects candidates based on labour market priorities, available nomination spaces, and program criteria. Unlike MPNP or AAIP (which publish draw scores and dates), Nova Scotia does not publish regular "draw" events in the same format - the EOI pool is reviewed as part of ongoing program management. For Entrepreneur and Express Entry physician sub-criteria: formal invitation letters are issued when Nova Scotia selects your profile.

5

Receive Nomination and Complete Your Application

If selected, Nova Scotia will process your nomination. For Entrepreneurs: after operating your business for 1 year and demonstrating performance against your Business Performance Agreement, you apply for nomination. For all worker and graduate streams: if your EOI results in a nomination, Nova Scotia issues your provincial nominee certificate.

6

Apply to IRCC for Permanent Residence

Within 12 months of receiving your provincial nominee certificate, apply to IRCC for your permanent residence visa. Your spouse and dependants must meet all federal requirements for medical, security, and criminal admissibility - an interview may be required. For Express Entry-linked nominations: add your +600 CRS points and receive a federal ITA at the next applicable federal draw (federal PR in approximately 6 months). For non-EE nominations: apply directly to IRCC - processing approximately 12–18 months. IRCC has the final authority to issue permanent residence.

---- AVOID THESE PITFALLS ----

8 Common NSNP Mistakes That Cause Refusals or Missed Nominations

Applying When Your Employer Is in the Accommodation and Food Services Sector (NAICS 72)

The NSNP paused intake from Accommodation and Food Services (NAICS 72) employers on April 17, 2024. This pause remains in effect as of March 2026. EOI submissions from employers in NAICS 72 are not being accepted. The AIP is also paused for NOC 62020 food service supervisors specifically. Before submitting any Nova Scotia EOI, confirm your employer's NAICS classification. Workers employed in accommodation and food service occupations with employers outside NAICS 72 (e.g., a food service worker employed by a healthcare facility or school) may still be eligible - the employer's sector classification governs, not the job title alone. We confirms employer NAICS classification in every initial NSNP consultation.

Skipping the Language Test Because English Is Your First Language - Construction Sub-Criteria

The general Skilled Worker sub-criteria exempts first-language English or French speakers from providing a language test for TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 positions. However, the Construction sub-criteria explicitly requires test results even if your first language is English or French - CLB 5 for TEER 0–3, CLB 4 for TEER 4–5. A construction worker who is a native English speaker who submits without a language test will be rejected under the Construction sub-criteria. Book your IELTS General Training before submitting the EOI - not after.

Assuming PGWP Work Experience Qualifies for Nova Scotia: Express Entry When You Studied Outside NS

The Nova Scotia: Express Entry stream's Skilled Work Experience sub-criteria explicitly states: applicants claiming work experience gained on a Post-Graduate Work Permit must have graduated from an educational institution located in Nova Scotia. A PGWP holder who studied in Ontario, Alberta, or British Columbia cannot use their Nova Scotia work experience for this stream if that experience was gained on a PGWP. They may still qualify for the general Skilled Worker stream (if they have a current NS job offer and meet all other requirements) or another NSNP pathway - but the Express Entry stream requires NS graduation for PGWP-based experience.

Using the Nova Scotia Graduate Stream for a NOC Not on the Current Eligible List

The Nova Scotia Graduate stream is restricted to exactly four NOC codes: 32102 (paramedical), 32124 (pharmacy technicians), 33102 (nurse aides, orderlies, patient service associates), and 42202 (early childhood educators and assistants). Nova Scotia graduates in accounting, IT, engineering, business management, or any other occupation - regardless of how in-demand those fields are - cannot use the NS Graduate stream. They must apply through the general Skilled Worker stream or the NS: Express Entry stream. The eligible NOC list for the NS Graduate stream changes as Labour, Skills and Immigration updates it - confirm the current list before submitting.

Submitting an Entrepreneur EOI Without Waiting for an Invitation to Apply

Both Entrepreneur sub-criteria require completing an Expression of Interest first and then receiving an Invitation to Apply from Labour, Skills and Immigration. You cannot submit a full Entrepreneur application without first receiving this invitation. After submitting the EOI, the NSNP reviews and issues invitations - the timeline varies. For the International Graduate Entrepreneur sub-criteria, the business must already be operating for at least 1 year before applying. Submitting a full application before receiving the invitation, or before the 1-year business operation requirement is met, results in rejection.

Including Non-Nova Scotia Work Experience for the Express Entry Stream

The Nova Scotia: Express Entry stream requires at least 1 year of experience working in Nova Scotia - not just in Canada, and not in another province. Nova Scotia work experience means physically working in Nova Scotia under authorized status. Work performed remotely for a Nova Scotia employer from another province does not qualify as Nova Scotia work experience. The province is specifically assessing whether you have established roots in Nova Scotia and whether your nomination will result in genuine long-term settlement there.

Not Confirming the Job Offer Is Permanent and Full-Time - Not Contract or Seasonal

Every NSNP stream requires a full-time permanent job offer. A 2-year contract, even if renewable, is not a permanent job offer. A seasonal position offered year-round is not a permanent job offer. Part-time positions under 30 hours per week do not qualify. The employer must genuinely intend to employ you on a continuing basis without a fixed end date. Employment offers that are conditional, time-limited, or tied to specific projects or contracts are regularly flagged during application review. The Employer Information Form (NSNP 200) requires the employer to confirm the permanent nature of the offer - both parties are responsible for accuracy.

Missing the 30-Day Window for Physician Express Entry Applications

Physicians applying through the Nova Scotia: Express Entry Physician sub-criteria must submit their EOI within 30 calendar days of the date their Letter of Interest was issued. This 30-day window is explicitly stated in the eligibility requirements and is strictly enforced. The Letter of Interest is issued to the physician's Express Entry profile by Nova Scotia - missing the 30-day submission deadline means the opportunity lapses and the physician must restart the process with a new approved opportunity from NSHA or IWK. We monitor all physician client timelines from the moment the Letter of Interest is received.

---- WHY CHOOSE US ----

Why Nova Scotia candidates choose us

Full Stream Assessment - Including the February 2026 Consolidation

Nova Scotia's consolidation from 10 streams to 4 means the stream name you applied under before February 18, 2026 may no longer exist as a standalone option. We re-assesses every Nova Scotia client under the current four-stream structure to confirm which sub-criteria they qualify for and to ensure no eligibility has been lost or gained in the transition.

Employer NAICS Verification - Before Any EOI Is Filed

The Accommodation and Food Services pause is based on employer NAICS classification. We confirms your employer's NAICS code before any Nova Scotia application is filed. If your employer is NAICS 72, We identify alternative pathways - Atlantic Immigration Program (where the employer may qualify for designation), federal Express Entry, or other provincial programs - and maps your complete Canadian PR strategy.

Healthcare and Physician Pathways - Two Streams, One Expert Team

Nova Scotia's physician recruitment operates through both the Skilled Worker Physician sub-criteria and the Express Entry Physician sub-criteria. We guide physicians through the approved opportunity process with NSHA/IWK, the Return for Service Agreement review (for EE physicians), and the 30-day Express Entry submission window. For other healthcare workers, We identify the correct NSNP stream (Graduate or Skilled Worker) and confirms regulatory certification requirements with the applicable Nova Scotia body.

Express Entry + NSNP = Fastest Nova Scotia PR

An NSNP nomination under the Nova Scotia: Express Entry stream adds 600 CRS points, making federal PR achievable in approximately 6 months after nomination. We assess every NS Express Entry candidate's eligibility - confirming 1 year of Nova Scotia work experience, NOC TEER classification, and language requirement - before any application is filed. For PGWP holders specifically: We confirms whether the institution attended qualifies as a Nova Scotia DLI before building an Express Entry strategy around NS experience.

Licensed RCICs - CICC-Regulated Representation

We are regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). Principal Consultant Sanjay Singh Kumar (RCIC R705959) provides licensed NSNP and AIP guidance. Nova Scotia explicitly cautions applicants to use only registered representatives - lawyers in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society or RCIC licensed by IRCC. Every We Nova Scotia client is represented by a licensed professional who understands both the NSNP and AIP in their current 2026 configuration.

Four streams - confirm yours before the EOI

We verifies employer NAICS, stream fit, and whether NSNP or AIP is your fastest path to PR.

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Nova Scotia NSNP Frequently Asked Questions

Updated from official liveinnovascotia.com, March 2026.

What happened to the Nova Scotia Nominee Program's 10 streams?▼

On February 18, 2026, Nova Scotia consolidated its 10 separate immigration streams into 4 streams: Skilled Worker, Nova Scotia Graduate, Entrepreneur, and Nova Scotia: Express Entry. The underlying eligibility requirements did not change - the sub-criteria within each new stream mirror the requirements of the former individual streams exactly. The former Critical Construction Worker Pilot is now the Construction sub-criteria under Skilled Worker. The former International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream is now the International Graduates sub-criteria under Entrepreneur. The former Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry, Labour Market Priorities, and Labour Market Priorities for Physicians streams are all consolidated under Nova Scotia: Express Entry. EOI submissions already in the NSNP pool before February 18, 2026 were not affected - they remain active.

Is the Accommodation and Food Services sector still paused?▼

Yes. As of March 2026, the NSNP pause on Accommodation and Food Services (NAICS 72) employer EOI submissions remains in effect. This pause has been in place since April 17, 2024. The AIP pause on NOC 62020 (food service supervisors) also remains. Nova Scotia has not announced a reopening date. Workers employed in accommodation/food service occupations with employers classified outside NAICS 72 may still be eligible - the employer's sector classification determines this. If you work in food service for a healthcare facility, school, or corporate cafeteria company not classified under NAICS 72, your employer may not be subject to the pause. We confirms employer NAICS classification in every initial consultation.

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