Every month, we publish a news article that gives you a holistic view about the draws conducted by various Canadian provinces (Provincial Nominations; PNP draws), in the month before. While this article is regarding October month’s provincial selections or draws, you can read about September month’s in this article published. In October 2022, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted several draws targeting provincial nominee candidates. Over 1,464 invitations were issued by various Canadian provinces [directly]. Most provinces and territories have at least one provincial nominee program aligned with the Federal Express Entry selection system.
All Canadian provinces and territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) operate their own Provincial Nominee Programs. These programs allow provincial governments to select the most suitable candidates to meet their local labour market needs.
The below chart shows data of all PNP draws that were held in October 2022
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
British Columbia: Canada’s westernmost province, is defined by its Pacific coast and mountain ranges. The province held a total of 2 draws in October, inviting 618 candidates to apply for provincial nomination through Express Entry BC and skills immigration streams. In September 2022, British Columbia had held 4 draws & a total of 1299 candidates were issued invitations. We had published an article on our website, which you can access here. The below chart gives a summary of invitations issued by the province in the last 6 months.
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
The Canadian province of Manitoba attracts tourists and immigrants from all over the world with its breath-taking lakes, world-class museums, and unique festivals. Though the province did not conduct any draw in the month of October, the below chart gives a summary of invitations issued by the province in the last 7 months.
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is Canada’s smallest province. Just about 224 km from tip to tip, the province is dotted with lovely villages and beautiful sandy beaches. The province of PEI, through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) invited a total of 204 candidates on October 20th.
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
Being one of the populous provinces of Canada, Ontario boasts vibrant multiculturalism, varied landscape & numerous opportunities. Ontario is one of the most preferred destinations for migrants from all over the world. The province held draws on October 25th, under three streams, namely: Skilled Workers, Masters Graduate Stream and PhD Graduate Stream. A total of 642 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) were issued in this draw. In the month of September, the province had issued a total of 4866 invitations. You can read about September month’s draws here. The below chart gives a summary of invitations issued by the province in the last 6 months.
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
Saskatchewan is part of Canada’s breadbasket, producing more wheat than any other province in Canada and more than many countries. Though the province did not conduct any draw in the month of October, the below chart gives a summary of invitations issued by the province over the last several months.
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)
The Canadian province of Alberta allures visitors & tourists from all over the world with its stunning mountains, ski trails, museums, and distinctive festivals. Though the province did not conduct any draw in the month of October, the below chart gives a summary of invitations issued by the province over the last several months.
Other provinces:
In October, no draws were conducted by New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, Manitoba Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Quebec, and Alberta.
Provincial Nominee Programs are fast-tracked Canadian immigration programs and provide a unique pathway to immigrate to Canada.
There are two types of provincial nomination programs:
Base nominations: these streams work outside of the Express Entry system and are managed by provinces themselves. Base nominations are subject to streams and processing standards. The candidates opting for base nomination should meet the criteria for a PNP pathway, then apply and if successful receive a nomination certificate. Once the nomination certificate is received the candidate can apply for permanent residence status with the IRCC.
Enhanced nominations: these streams are linked with the Express Entry system. Provincial immigration officials search for suitable candidates who match specific criteria. These provinces then invite the eligible candidates to apply for provincial nomination.
Express Entry is an electronic selection system used by the Federal as well as Provincial governments of Canada [to select], as well as designated Canadian employers [to nominate] candidates for Canadian permanent residence under three of its popular economic [skilled] immigration programs:
Candidates eligible for any of the above programs are given a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in the Express Entry Pool. It is based on their Core/Human capital factors such as age, work experience, education, and language ability in English and/or French, etc. And, based on scores, candidates are periodically invited (or nominated) for permanent residence.
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