Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has extended 76 invitations in its latest Tech Pilot draw. The invitations were issued to candidates under the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration streams, specifically targeting the Skilled Worker and International Graduate categories.
All invited candidates were required to have a minimum provincial score of 80 to be eligible in this round. The draw continues under the BC PNP Tech Pilot, a specialized immigration pathway designed to attract in-demand technology professionals and international grads to the province’s dynamic innovation sector.
The Tech Pilot operates within B.C.’s existing immigration streams but fast-tracks applications for candidates who secure a valid full-time job offer in one of 29 eligible tech occupations. These occupations span a wide range, including computer and information systems managers, web developers, civil engineers, translators, audio technicians, and more.
Unlike other BC PNP programs that mandate permanent job offers, the Tech Pilot requires offers lasting at least one year from eligible B.C. employers. This allows for greater flexibility while ensuring long-term alignment with industry needs.
Invitations through the Tech Pilot are issued weekly to top-ranked candidates who meet all eligibility criteria. Once invited, candidates have 30 days to submit a complete provincial nomination application. Most applications under the Tech Pilot are processed within two to three months, offering prospective immigrants a faster route to Canadian permanent residence.
To enter the pool, candidates must first create an online profile through the BC PNP’s portal and register under its Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS), which ranks applicants based on factors including education, work experience, and job offers in B.C.
As British Columbia continues to bolster its tech ecosystem, the Tech Pilot remains a key recruitment strategy to support the province’s labor market and economic growth, particularly amid ongoing demand for skilled tech professionals.
Maple News will continue tracking updates from BC PNP and other provincial immigration programs across Canada.