Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces—British Columbia, Manitoba, Alberta, and Quebec—have issued new rounds of invitations to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) between June 18 and June 28. These draws play a crucial role in enabling provinces to address specific labor market needs by selecting candidates with the right skills, education, and language abilities.
In British Columbia, the province conducted several draws on June 25 under multiple streams of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). A total of 35 candidates were invited under five streams: Skilled Worker, Skilled Worker – Express Entry BC (EEBC), International Graduate, International Graduate – EEBC, and Entry Level and Semi-Skilled. Minimum scores ranged from 110 for the Entry Level stream to 134 for the others. An additional targeted draw invited at least 29 candidates from high-demand fields such as childcare, healthcare, construction, and veterinary services. Minimum scores for this draw ranged from 80 to 106, depending on the occupation.
Manitoba held two draws on June 21 and June 25 through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). On June 21, 52 candidates were selected under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream with scores of at least 721. An additional 111 candidates were invited through the International Education Stream. Of these 163 total candidates, 31 reported valid Express Entry profiles. On June 25, Manitoba issued 250 invitations through its Occupation-Specific Selection under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Eligible applicants needed a score of at least 516 and relevant experience in roles such as registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and patient service aides. Notably, 93 of these candidates also held active Express Entry profiles.
These draws are part of Canada’s broader strategy to empower provinces to attract talent aligned with their regional development goals. Each province designs its own selection criteria based on local labor shortages, ensuring newcomers contribute meaningfully to their communities.
As Maple News previously reported, scores and eligibility criteria vary by province and draw type, reflecting local economic conditions and workforce requirements. PNP nominations significantly increase a candidate’s chance of receiving permanent residence by adding 600 points to their Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
These provincial selections are another step in Canada’s ongoing efforts to welcome skilled professionals who can enrich the national economy and help meet pressing labor market demands.