In the latest provincial immigration draws, three Canadian provinces have extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates eager to pursue their Canadian immigration dreams. Here’s a breakdown of the recent provincial immigration results:
Quebec
Quebec, the only Canadian province with French as its official language, invited a total of 1,433 candidates on September 5. To be eligible, candidates needed to attain a minimum score of 586 in a system akin to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). As French proficiency is vital in Quebec, eligible candidates were required to demonstrate an oral proficiency level of 7 or higher in French.
Manitoba
On September 7, Manitoba extended invitations to 558 candidates under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). These invitations were divided into four draws targeting different streams:
- Skilled Workers in Manitoba (Occupation-Specific): The first draw targeted 230 candidates with occupations falling under 19 National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 major groups. Candidates needed a minimum score of 595.
- Skilled Workers in Manitoba (General): In the second draw, the province invited 236 candidates with a minimum score of 640. This draw had no specific occupation or attribute requirements.
- International Education Stream: Fifty-two candidates from this stream received invitations.
- Skilled Workers Overseas: Forty candidates were invited from this stream, each with a minimum score of 724.
British Columbia
British Columbia conducted its weekly Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on September 12. The province issued 183 invitations to candidates from the Skilled Workers and International Graduate streams, including Express Entry candidates. These invitations were distributed across three draws targeting specific occupations:
- Tech Occupations: The largest draw invited 133 candidates in tech occupations, each with a minimum score of 88.
- Early Childhood Educators and Assistants: Thirty-six candidates from this field received invitations with a minimum score of 60.
- Healthcare Professionals: Fourteen healthcare professionals were invited with a minimum score of 60.
These provincial immigration draws offer candidates opportunities to pursue permanent residency in Canada through various streams and programs. It’s essential to stay updated with the latest draw results and eligibility requirements for each province’s immigration pathways.
