British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, & PEI Issues Invitations

Ninan Lawrence Published:
January 09, 2024

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The most recent Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) draw results have seen candidates nominated by British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island (PEI). Provinces utilize the PNPs to nominate candidates deemed capable of seamlessly integrating into the local workforce and contributing to the provincial economy. Obtaining a PNP nomination significantly strengthens a candidate's application when applying to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residency.

Determining eligibility for Canadian immigration is crucial, and provinces play a pivotal role in this shared responsibility between IRCC and the provincial governments. Annually, as outlined in the federal Immigration Levels Plan, IRCC establishes targets for the overall number of candidates eligible for permanent residency through the PNPs. The department further refines these targets, distributing nominations to each province based on factors such as existing population and labour market needs.

Canada’s Recent Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) draw details & statistics

British Columbia | via British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC-PNP)

British Columbia invited 230 candidates through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program(BC PNP), targeting Skilled Workers and International Graduates.

Draws were conducted for specific in-demand occupations:

In tech occupations, 107 candidates were selected with a minimum score of 95,
Construction occupations saw the selection of 32 candidates with a minimum score of 75,
Healthcare occupations had 29 candidates chosen, and
Early childcare educators (NOC 42202) and assistants had 62 candidates selected in two separate draws, both with a minimum score of 60.

160 Skilled Workers in Manitoba with a close relative in the province (minimum score 612),
67 International Education candidates, and
27 Skilled Workers Overseas with a minimum score of 698.

On December 29, Manitoba issued 89 invitations under the Special Measures for Ukraine, considering criteria for Skilled Workers Overseas with a close relative in Manitoba.

Saskatchewan | via Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

Towards the end of December, Saskatchewan invited 63 candidates through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), marking the first SINP draw since October 23. Draws included 48 Occupations-in-Demand candidates and 15 Express Entry candidates, each requiring a minimum score of 69 and Educational Credential Assessments(ECA).

Here is the list of NOC Occupation codes, selected for the EOI selection on 27 December 2023:

31200- Psychologists

31203- Occupational therapists

32102- Paramedical occupations

32120- Medical laboratory technologists

32121- Medical radiation technologists

32122- Medical sonographers

33101- Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations

Prince Edward Island (PEI) | via Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP)

Prince Edward Island invited 26 candidates from the Labour and Express Entry streams of the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program(PEI PNP). Invitations were issued to individuals working in the following sectors:

Healthcare
Manufacturing
Food Processing
Construction sectors

Additionally, three candidates with a minimum score of 92 were invited from the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur category.

Check if you qualify for a Canadian PNP Program. Check out Owlspriority Immigration’s Canada Settlement Resources to learn about finding employment in Canada, making your initial days stress-free, etc.