The Atlantic Immigration Program is a federal immigration initiative designed to attract newcomers to Canada's four Atlantic provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. The program addresses labour shortages and population decline in the region by connecting immigrants with local employers. Unlike some federal programs, the Atlantic Immigration Program involves employers designating candidates, creating a connection to local jobs from the start. Communities and municipalities play important roles in settlement and retention, helping newcomers integrate and encouraging them to stay in the region rather than moving to larger cities elsewhere in Canada.