Maple News reports that the province of Manitoba has invited 232 immigration candidates under its latest Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw held on May 25, 2023. These invitations, also referred to as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), represent the province’s ongoing commitment to selecting skilled immigrants who align with regional labour needs and community connections.
The draw targeted candidates across three streams: Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas, and the International Education Stream. The breakdown is as follows:
– 166 invitations were issued to Skilled Workers in Manitoba, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 415 points.
– 46 invitations went to Skilled Workers Overseas, requiring a minimum score of 703.
– 20 invitations were given under the International Education Stream, which does not require an Expression of Interest (EOI) score.
Out of the total invitees, 20 candidates were from the federal Express Entry pool, which fast-tracks immigration applications for those meeting certain human capital criteria. Receiving a PNP nomination adds 600 points to an applicant’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, significantly increasing their chance of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
To qualify for consideration, prospective immigrants must first submit an EOI—a profile where they’re assigned a score out of 1,000 based on factors such as work experience, language proficiency, education, and ties to Manitoba. Candidates with the highest scores are invited regularly through targeted draws.
The Skilled Worker Overseas category caters to candidates who may not currently reside in Canada but have strong connections to Manitoba, such as previous work or study experience, close relatives, or participation in strategic recruitment programs run by the province.
Meanwhile, the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream focuses on individuals already living and working in the province, aiming to ensure long-term integration and retention in local communities.
Manitoba’s International Education Stream supports recent graduates from designated post-secondary institutions in the province who are eager to contribute to the local workforce.
While provinces like Manitoba do not have the authority to grant permanent residency themselves, their nominations play an essential part in Canada’s multi-tiered immigration system by supporting federal applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Maple News will continue to monitor and provide updates as Manitoba and other provinces release further draw results under their respective Provincial Nominee Programs.