A total number of 318 potential immigrants were invited by the province of British Columbia for the PNP draw that took place on the 7th of December, this year.
Two BC PNP draws were held that especially invited candidates from the category of SI (Skills Immigration), and EEBC (Express entry British Columbia) streams.
Under SI and EEBC there are three more sub-categories called the Skilled Worker, International Graduate, and Entry Level Semi-skilled streams under which the invitations were granted.
The general draw issued the greatest number of invitations that were 267 in number. The minimum score requirement was met between 71 and 100 considering their eligibility program.
Professionals in the retails and trade sector also restaurant and food services managers are the targeted candidates. The minimum score requirement was 103 and there was a total of 51 invitations were issued.
The province of British Columbia has been holding draws since February 2020, the draws held are separately twice every month as the strategy of the PNP program. Many potential immigrants have applied for the SIRS in the labor market sector.
Until now, 11,000 invitations have been issued by the B.C. in regards to the various Provincial Nominee Streams.
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program
Through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program, international workers who seek an occupation that is high in demand in the province are invited to work and settle in Canada forever as Canadian PRs.
There are two main streams called Skills Immigration and Express Entry. The management of these streams is under SIRS Skills Immigration Registration System. To apply for this, you will have to make an account in the online portal of the Express Entry System. You will then be marked upon the basis of last experience, language, education, etc.
All the high scorers are then invited to PNP to apply for a permanent residency.
If fortunately, the candidate is shortlisted and sent an invitation then they have 30 days from the invitation date to apply for the BC PNP through an online portal.
The most essential scoring candidates from each sub-order are then invited to apply for an ordinary choice to apply for PR when British Columbia conducts one of its typical draws.
After the submission of the completed application, the BC PNP will be informed of the decision of the province in 2-3 months. You will have to apply for a PR status in the Provincial Nominee Class if you are successful.
Once the date is confirmed their nomination is valid for six months.
An additional 600 points are added to the existing score as a candidate gets selected as a provincial nominee. The chance increases for the candidate to receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply) in the draw taking place subsequently.
