British Columbia and Manitoba have Provincial Nominee Program

If you’re considering immigrating to Canada, you may be weighing your options between British Columbia and Manitoba. Both provinces offer attractive options through their Provincial Nominee Programs. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits, requirements, and unique features of each program to help you make an informed decision.

This weekBritish Columbia and Manitoba have extended invitations to new provincial immigration candidates via their Provincial Nominee Programs. These programs are designed to attract top talent from around the world, matching skilled individuals with in-demand jobs in the provinces’ thriving labour markets. Let’s go in deeper ,the details and explore the latest Results in Draw!

Provincial immigration results (July 27th – August 2nd)

British Columbia (B.C.

B.C. B.C. British Columbia Provincial Nominee ProgramThis week, BCPNP is celebrating its 10th anniversary.

The province invited at minimum 147 candidates via the Skilled worker, international graduate (includes Express Entry British ColumbiaOption stream. Candidates invited in this draw were picked for their education and ability to fill gaps in B.C.’s labour market.

•  Inviting at least 147 top candidates – Skilled Worker, International Graduates (EEBC)

The cut-off score varied by industry within the (Provincial nominee Programs draw). These were as follows

• To be invited, childcare workers had to score 89 or higher (33 invitations were issued).
• Construction workers were invited if they scored at least 90. (27 invitations have been issued).
• A minimum score of 101 was required to be invited (22 invitations have been issued).
• The minimum score for tech workers was 120 (64 invites were sent),
• To be invited, veterinary care workers must score at least 80 (at least one invitation is issued).

The Skilled Workers category is for international workers who have post-secondary training or education and relevant experience, in B.C., in professional, managerial, technical, trade or other skilled occupations. The candidate’s job must be classified under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) matrix as skill level 0, 1, or 2.

Candidates applying for the Skilled Workers category must have a full-time, permanent job offer from a B.C. employer. Candidates must meet provincial requirements at the time they apply if the job offer is for a regulated profession that requires mandatory certification or licensing. Paid coop work placements will be accepted as experience if the placements were full-time, and had a NOC level that was equal or greater than the job offered.

Manitoba

This week the Manitoba PNPThe MPNP conducted two draws to select skilled workers.

Then you will have Fall in Five options Choose from:

• Skilled worker in Manitoba Stream
• Skilled Workers Overseas Stream
• Manitoba Business Investor Stream
• International Education Stream
• Morden Community Driven Initiative

Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

You must be interviewed by a representative from the MPNP as well as a Manitoba employer to be eligible for this path. These interviews are conducted outside of Canada. You must receive a Request to Apply before applying via this pathway.

Learn more about Manitoba Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

Application Fee CAD $500

Processing Time: 6 Months

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be an international student or temporary foreign worker;
• Must possess a valid work permit or post-graduation work permit;
• Must have an offer of a permanent full-time position from their current Manitoba employer.
• They must have worked for the same employer for at least 6 months.
• Must possess all the qualifications required for this position, including any training/education or licenses/certifications;
• Must be able speak English or French to fulfill the duties in their job description.
• Must have a stronger connection to Manitoba than to any other province in Canada.
• The Settlement Plan must demonstrate the ability and intention to live, work, and establish a family and work life in Manitoba.
• You must have enough money (CAD 10,000 for the main applicant, and CAD $2,000 per dependent).
• Your employer must operate a commercial business registered for at least 3 years.
• Your working conditions must be the same as those of Canadians and permanent residents.