British Columbia, Manitoba, and New Brunswick Select Candidates

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) primarily target economic immigration candidates who demonstrate a strong potential to integrate seamlessly into the provincial economy. This could be due to their profession, family connections within the province, or a clear intent to reside there permanently.

Due to the high probability of candidates choosing to stay within the province, Nova Scotia has recently revised its selection criteria for the Experience Stream of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP). Effective June 9, the province has opted to focus exclusively on international graduates who have successfully completed their studies within Nova Scotia. Nevertheless, graduates from other provinces are still eligible to apply for provincial nomination through alternative streams. Let’s delve into the recent provincial immigration results from July 8 to 14.

Details of Selection by British Columbia

The province of British Columbia, through its British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), conducted its regular weekly draw on July 11, issuing invitations to more than 202 candidates across four draws, and targeting three streams.

The largest draw targeted candidates from the Skilled Worker, International Graduate, and Entry-Level and Semi-Skilled streams, including tech occupations. Skilled Workers needed a minimum SIRS score of 106, International Graduates required a score of 109, and Entry-Level and Semi-Skilled candidates needed a score of 87. The remaining three draws were occupation-specific and aimed at Skilled Workers and International Graduates. The first draw invited 35 early childhood educators and assistants, the second targeted 15 healthcare professionals, and the third invited fewer than five candidates in other priority occupations. The minimum score required for each of these draws was 60.

After the initial draws, which were open to all candidates, the subsequent three draws were designed for specific occupations, targeting Skilled Workers and International Graduates. In the first draw, 35 early childhood educators and assistants were invited, while the second draw aimed at 15 healthcare professionals. The third draw invited fewer than five candidates from other priority occupations. For each of these draws, a minimum score of 60 was required to be eligible.

Details of Selection by Manitoba

On July 13, Manitoba issued 540 Letters of Advice to Apply [LAAs] to candidates across different streams. Out of these, four draws were held. In the first draw, Manitoba invited 205 candidates with a score of 604. These candidates were skilled workers with occupations falling under specific broad categories and major groups in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) version 2021. The eligible occupations included healthcare occupations, specialized middle management occupations in administrative services, financial and business services, communication (except broadcasting), administrative and financial support, supply chain logistics occupations, as well as helpers, labourers, and other transport drivers and operators.

The second draw invited 237 skilled workers without any specific occupation requirements. These candidates needed to have a minimum score of 661. Apart from skilled workers, Manitoba also invited candidates through other streams. Specifically, 57 candidates were invited from the international education stream, while 41 skilled workers overseas were also extended invitations. Skilled Workers Overseas were required to have a minimum score of 774.

Details of Selection by New Brunswick

Recently, the province of New Brunswick made exciting announcements regarding the outcomes of their NB Express Entry draws held in June. During these draws, they extended a total of 121 invitations, distributed among three distinct streams:

• The NB Employment Connection stream received 28 invitations,

• The NB Student Connection stream received 64 invitations, and

• The NB Occupations-In-Demand Connection stream received 29 invitations.

Remarkably, New Brunswick has already issued an impressive count of 630 invitations to candidates participating in the NB Express Entry program.

This outstanding advancement in immigration through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) beautifully highlights the strong commitment exhibited by provinces such as British Columbia, Manitoba, and New Brunswick. These provinces are genuinely devoted to attracting skilled individuals who possess the potential to make valuable contributions to their local economies and communities. Being a reputed immigration firm, we take immense pride in our role in assisting candidates to seize these extraordinary opportunities for a prosperous and promising future in Canada.

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