Canada’s five provinces, Manitoba, Quebec, PEI, Alberta, and British Columbia, issued PNP results between June 23-29. As well as issued invitations to qualified applicants.
The responsibility for immigration is divided among different levels of government. The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows provincial governments to select economic immigration candidates who are expected to be successful in achieving economic stability within the province by nominating them. This is possible when the applicant possesses expertise in a field that is in great demand within the province. Most PNPs include channels that specifically focus on employment opportunities in sectors. For Example, healthcare, agriculture, and technology all of which face a shortage of workers.
In a recent development at the federal level, IRCC has implemented a new approach by organizing selection draws for Express Entry applicants. It is based on specific categories. As an illustration, IRCC issued invitations to the initial 500 Express Entry candidates on June 28. It focuses on their experience in the healthcare sector. It is expected that an additional 1,500 individuals will be invited on July 5. And during the same week, a draw will be conducted for those interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields.
In contrast, Quebec has a distinct arrangement with the federal government. It allows the province to independently select all of its economic immigrants, rendering the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) unnecessary. Recently, Quebec has proposed modifications to its provincial immigration standards. The primary requirement for newcomers will be to possess proficient French language skills upon arrival.
PNP results June 23-29
Quebec
On June 22, the Ministry of Immigration, Francization, and Integration reached out to 1,006 qualified professionals to apply for permanent selection in Quebec. In order to be eligible, applicants were required to achieve a minimum score of 626.
Based on the Échelle québécoise des niveaux de compétence en français des personnes immigrantes adultes, which measures French proficiency levels for adult immigrants. The candidates who were invited possessed oral French skills at level 7 or above.
Alternatively, candidates may have also received an invitation if they secured a job offer from an employer located outside the Montréal Metropolitan Community.
Alberta
This week, the outcomes of three draws conducted from June 20 to June 22 were disclosed as part of the AAIP, which stands for Alberta Advantage Immigration Program.
For the draw on June 20, the province sent out 68 NOIs to candidates in the Construction field within the Priority sector who had a job offer in Alberta. The minimum CRS score required to qualify was 301.
On June 21, 19 candidates in the Designated Healthcare Pathway with an Alberta job offer were issued NOIs. The participant with the lowest CRS score achieved a score of 318.
In addition, Alberta emailed NOIs to 125 applicants who scored no lower than 306 on June 22 in the category of family connection and principal occupation. In order to qualify for this stream, candidates must already have relatives (such as a parent, spouse, or sibling) residing in the province and have previous work experience in a high-demand field.
British Columbia
Draws days are frequently observed on Tuesdays in British Columbia. On June 27, the province extended invitations to more than 180 BC PNP candidates through four separate draws.
The largest draw encompassed various occupations, including those in the technology field. A total of 130 individuals from the entry-level and semi-skilled streams, international graduates, and skilled workers were requested to submit their applications. The minimum Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS) score required for entry-level and semi-skilled candidates was 87. While it ranged from 109 for international graduates to 106 for skilled workers.
The remaining three draws specifically targeted international graduates and skilled workers, including those applying through Express Entry. Among the invites, there were 20 healthcare professionals, 30 candidates for early childhood educators, and assistantships. And fewer than five candidates for other priority occupations.
Manitoba
As part of a unique measure to assist individuals from Ukraine impacted by the recent turmoil, Manitoba extended invitations to a group of 49 individuals.
Recipients of these invitations are still required to fulfill specific criteria, which include being eligible for the Skilled Workers Overseas pathway within the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), along with:
- Citizenship from Ukraine.
- CLB 4 proficiency in each language band.
- Established connection to Manitoba (close relative, family-like, community, previous employment, or studies).
- Valid language test.
- A minimum score of 60 points according to MPNP assessment criteria.
- Ability to meet all other requirements of the Skilled Worker Overseas pathway.
- Adequate settlement funds to fulfill requirements.
Manitoba has named the Pathway for Skilled Workers in Manitoba as an option for CUAET holders with at least six months of work experience in the province.
Prince Edward Island
For the Express Entry and Labour categories of Prince Edward Island, 90 applicants were invited to apply on June 29. As well as draws that the smallest province in Canada typically holds every two weeks are usually based on the Express Entry pool, local employment offers, and graduates from PEI institutions.
