Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces—Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island—have recently issued new invitations through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), offering pathways toward permanent residency for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and other in-demand candidates.
In Alberta, between November 29 and December 17, the province conducted an active series of 15 draws across diverse immigration streams. More than 1,700 candidates received invitations to apply (ITAs). The Alberta Opportunity Stream alone issued 687 invites on November 29, with a minimum score of 61. Other targeted draws focused on priority sectors, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and the tech sector under the Alberta Express Entry and Dedicated Pathways. Scores ranged from as low as 43 to 65 across categories, underscoring Alberta’s demand for skilled talent in specific fields.
Meanwhile, British Columbia held its latest Entrepreneur immigration draw on December 17, targeting high-potential business talent. Through the BC Provincial Nominee Program’s (BCPNP) Entrepreneur Base and Regional Pilot streams, around 11 candidates were invited. Cutoff scores were 115 for the Base stream and 114 for the Regional stream, indicating a competitive selection aimed at driving economic development in urban and rural communities alike.
In Manitoba and Prince Edward Island, draws were also held this week, although official details on the number of invitations and scores from these two provinces have not yet been publicly released. Historically, both provinces frequently focus on skilled workers, international graduates, and those with existing family or community ties.
These provincial selections demonstrate Canada’s ongoing commitment to regional immigration strategies, helping provinces meet specific labor market needs. For immigrants eyeing permanent residency outside the federal Express Entry system, provincial nomination continues to offer a strong alternative, often with lower eligibility thresholds and tailored pathways.
According to Maple News, consistent and frequent PNP draws across the country are a positive signal for candidates seeking alternate pathways to Canadian immigration. As provinces increasingly prioritize in-demand sectors such as healthcare, technology, tourism, and entrepreneurship, now is a fitting time for interested individuals to assess their eligibility and prepare supporting documents to stay competitive in upcoming selection rounds.