In the most recent PNP draws, invitations were sent out to two provinces.
British Columbia and Manitoba invited candidates to submit applications through the most recent rounds in their provincial nominee program (PNP).
Except for Quebec and Nunavut, most Canadian provinces and territories have PNPs. These programs may allow interested candidates to be invited for nomination. A provincial nomination is an excellent way to gain permanent residence.
Quebec’s immigration programs, which are separate from Canada’s, are administered by the province. Quebec is the only province with control over all economic classes of immigrants.
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) accounts for 105,000 PR admits annually. Since its inception, the number of PNP admissions per year has increased steadily. It is a powerful tool for promoting economic development in areas other than urban centers, and it is supported by both the federal and provincial governments.
Results of provincial immigration December 31-January 6,
British Columbia
British Columbia sent 163 invitations to candidates to apply in a general draw, which included tech occupations, on January 4.
Invitations were sent to Skilled Workers and International Graduates candidates. They included Express Entry candidates as well as Entry Level and Semi-Skilled candidates.
A minimum SIRS score of 95 is required for candidates in the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams. For entry-level and semi-skilled candidates, a minimum score of 82 was required. SIRS functions similarly to the Express Entry Complete Ranking System (CRS), but it is only for British Columbia’s PNP.
Several rounds were also opened to candidates interested in these occupations.
- 28 Early childhood assistants and educators (NOC 42414) with scores of at least 60 points
- Twenty healthcare workers from the Skilled Worker, International Graduate category with scores of at minimum 60 points.
Manitoba
On December 29, Manitoba invited 280 candidates to the Manitoba Provincial Nomination Program. Candidates must meet the criteria for their program to be invited. The province being invited must meet the following criteria:
- Skilled Workers in Manitoba issued 52 invitations with a minimum score of 750.
- Skilled Workers Overseas sent 40 invitations, with a minimum score of 711.
- International Education Stream sent 38 invitations without a score requirement.
All Expressions of Interest (EOIs) received before November 16 under the NoC 2016 will be processed by the province. All Expressions of Interest (EOI) received after November 16 under the NOC 2016 will be reviewed under NOC 2021.
