Canada’s four provinces Manitoba, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island issued the latest PNP draw results and sent invitations to eligible applicants.
Through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), provinces can propose candidates who they believe will fit in well with the local workforce and boost the province’s economy. When a candidate applies to IRCC for permanent residency, their application is substantially strengthened by a PNP nomination.
An essential component of Canada’s immigration regime, the PNP nomination process highlights the collaboration between the IRCC and provincial governments. The IRCC sets an overall goal for the number of candidates eligible for permanent residency through the PNP each year as part of the federal Immigration Levels Plan. Authorities allocate this amount to the provinces based on criteria like population density and local labor market demands.
In order to nominate candidates that meet their economic and demographic criteria, provincial governments are essential. With a broad and well-planned pathway for candidates to effectively contribute to Canada’s different provinces and territories, this collaborative approach guarantees that immigration efforts address both federal and provincial interests.
The latest PNP results between December 19 to 29
British Columbia
By inviting 230 people to file for provincial nomination under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), British Columbia made a major advancement in its provincial immigration drive on December 19. The province sent out these invites via four separate drawings, each designed to target highly sought-after professions in the province.
The largest attraction was for technological jobs, prompting the province to ask 107 applicants who scored at least 95 percent to apply. In addition, 32 candidates who received a minimum score of 75 were invited to an occupation draw specifically for construction workers.
29 individuals, meeting a minimum score requirement of 60, were chosen in a separate draw for the healthcare sector.
A second draw, targeting early childhood educators and assistants, saw 62 candidates—all with a minimum score of 60—accept invitations.
By giving priority to talented workers and foreign graduates in particular occupations, British Columbia is addressing labor market requirements and promoting economic growth through targeted draws. The rigorous selection process of the BC PNP guarantees that candidates with the appropriate abilities and credentials will make a meaningful contribution to the workforce and community development of the province.
Manitoba
On December 21, Manitoba held its first draw of three for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) for Skilled Workers Overseas. Manitoba sent invitations to 1,113 applicants who scored a minimum of 601.
The province then held three different draws in different categories on December 28.
Manitoba actively sent out 160 invitations to skilled workers residing in the province with close family members living there. These individuals had to be citizens of Canada or permanent residents who had been living in Manitoba for at least a year. Candidates in this draw had to have a minimum score of 612.
Furthermore, candidates for International Education received 67 invites, and candidates for Skilled Workers Overseas who scored at least 698 received 27 invitations. Deliberately targeting the latter aimed to attract new members.
On December 29, Manitoba issued 89 invitations to individuals who met the requirements for skilled workers overseas and had close family living in Manitoba, thereby making them eligible under the Special Measures for Ukraine. This thoughtful strategy shows Manitoba’s dedication to strategic immigration, taking into account international initiatives and family ties in addition to labor market needs.
Saskatchewan
Through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), Saskatchewan invited 63 candidates on December 27, the first draw for the program since October 23. There were 48 invitations for Occupations-in-Demand candidates and 15 invitations for Express Entry candidates in total for this draw. Candidates had to pass the Educational Credential Assessments and receive a minimum score of 69 in both categories.
Prince Edward Island
In the first phase of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Prince Edward Island sent invitations to 26 individuals from the Express Entry and Labor streams. These individuals, who operate in vital industries like construction, healthcare, and food processing, were up for nomination.
In addition, the province invited three applicants who met the minimum score requirement of 92 in the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur category. This calculated action supports Prince Edward Island’s objective of drawing in highly qualified workers for important industries and encouraging entrepreneurship, both of which advance the region’s economic development.
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