This week, key Canadian provinces are making important moves in their immigration programs. British Columbia and Manitoba have recently extended additional invitations to eligible candidates through their economic streams, while Alberta has shared new updates on its candidate pools for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). These changes reflect evolving priorities and recruitment efforts across the country.
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British Columbia: Entrepreneurial Immigration Moves
On January 28, 2025, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) issued invitations under its entrepreneur immigration streams.
- Base Entrepreneur Stream: Issued fewer than five invitations, with candidates required to have a minimum score of 123.
- Regional Entrepreneur Stream: Also issued fewer than five invitations at the same minimum score.
Invitation rounds under the Regional Entrepreneur stream are held approximately every month, while those for the Base stream occur less frequently. The selection for the Base stream can depend on factors like a candidate’s registration score, proposed business location, community population, and whether the business is a startup or an acquisition.
For more detailed information on British Columbia’s entrepreneur streams, visit our dedicated webpage.
Invitation Summary – British Columbia:
| Date | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 28, 2025 | Base | 123 | <5 |
| January 28, 2025 | Regional | 123 | <5 |
Manitoba: Drawing in Skilled and International Graduates
On February 6, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted two separate draws:
- International Education Stream: Issued 59 invitations to candidates meeting all eligibility requirements and possessing at least four years of full-time work experience within the last five years. Candidates needed to submit proper work experience documentation.
- Skilled Worker Overseas Stream: Issued 17 invitations, requiring a minimum score of 612 for candidates under a strategic recruitment initiative.
Out of the total 76 invitations issued in these draws, 18 were granted to candidates who also maintained a valid Express Entry profile.
For more details about Manitoba’s immigration options, please check our dedicated webpage.
Alberta: Updates on Candidate Pools in AAIP
Alberta’s Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) recently released updates on the number of candidate profiles in various Expression of Interest (EOI) pools. Although the AAIP has not yet held its first draw of 2025, the current numbers highlight the program’s active recruitment efforts.
Overall AAIP Candidate Pools:
| Stream or Pathway | Number of EOIs in Selection Pool |
|---|---|
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 28,830 |
| Dedicated Health Care Pathways (Express Entry and Non-Express Entry) | 1,026 |
| Rural Renewal Stream | 3,029 |
| Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 4,244 |
| Total | 44,610 |
Alberta Express Entry Streams:
| Stream or Pathway | Number of EOIs in Selection Pool |
|---|---|
| Accelerated Tech Pathway | 2,403 |
| Family Connection and Occupation in Demand | 2,206 |
| Law Enforcement Pathway | 70 |
| Priority Sector Draws and Other Initiatives | 2,802 |
For further insights on Alberta’s immigration streams, please visit our dedicated webpage.
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