By admin (October 28, 2024)
British Columbia, Manitoba, PEI, and Quebec Extend New Invitations to Apply
British Columbia, Manitoba, PEI, and Quebec Extend New Invitations to Apply for provincial nominee programs, opening pathways to permanent residence.
Manitoba: 253 Candidates Invited in Latest Draw
On October 24, Manitoba held its 231st draw for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), issuing 253 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAA):
| Stream | Letters of Advice Issued | Minimum Score |
| Skilled Worker in Manitoba | 50 | 872 |
| International Education | 156 | N/A |
| Skilled Worker Overseas | 47 | 703 |
Of these, 210 were for the base PNP and 43 for the enhanced PNP. Candidates applying through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream required an invitation under a strategic recruitment initiative to qualify.
British Columbia: Skilled Worker and International Graduate Invitations
On October 22, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) invited around 125 candidates to apply through category-specific draws targeting Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams:
| Draw Type | Number of Invitations | Minimum Score |
| Childcare | 41 | 83 |
| Construction | 10 | 89 |
| Healthcare | 11 | 99 |
| Tech | 60 | 117 |
| Veterinary Care | <5 | 80 |
Eligible candidates needed valid job offers from employers in BC, with minimum scores varying by category.
Quebec: Skilled Worker Program Draw with French Proficiency Requirement
On September 19, Quebec invited 1,650 candidates through the Regular Skilled Worker Program. Candidates needed a minimum French proficiency of level 7 on the Échelle québécoise and either a minimum score of 573 or a job offer outside the Montreal area. Quebec often releases invitation information retrospectively.
Prince Edward Island: Sector-Specific Invitations
Prince Edward Island (PEI) invited 48 candidates on September 20, with a 97-point minimum for the Business stream. Invitations were primarily aimed at healthcare, construction, and transportation sector candidates, as well as international graduates with work permits expiring soon. PEI issued 2 business invitations, with the remaining 46 going to Labour and Express Entry candidates.
Quebec’s Independent Immigration System
Quebec sets its immigration targets independently and does not require federal allocation from IRCC. Successful applicants receive a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) from Quebec’s immigration ministry, which they use to apply for permanent residence through IRCC.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Overview
Canada’s PNP, jointly managed by the federal government and provinces, allows provinces to nominate foreign nationals for permanent residence. Each province administers its PNP with unique streams and eligibility criteria, while annual nomination quotas are set by the federal government. Nominees typically receive an invitation from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to apply for permanent residence. Enhanced PNPs, linked with Canada’s Express Entry system, provide nominees with an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, expediting invitations for permanent residence. Enhanced PNP applications are generally processed within 6 months, while base PNP applications take approximately 12 months.