BREAKING NEWS: MPNP PNP Latest Draw #274
Manitoba Conducts New PNP Draw, Invites 77 Skilled Workers
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has carried out another provincial immigration draw, inviting skilled foreign workers to apply for a provincial nomination under its Skilled Worker Stream. The latest invitation round reflects Manitoba’s continued focus on attracting candidates who have already established connections with the province through targeted recruitment programs and employer-driven initiatives.
Held on July 2, 2026, the draw resulted in 77 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) being issued. Candidates selected through this round had previously received invitations from Manitoba under specific strategic recruitment efforts rather than being chosen solely based on their Expression of Interest (EOI) scores.
Manitoba Continues Employer-Focused Immigration Selection
The July 2 draw included candidates from both categories under the Skilled Worker Stream:
- Skilled Worker in Manitoba
- Skilled Worker Overseas
To be eligible, applicants needed to indicate in their Expression of Interest profile that they had received an invitation through one of Manitoba’s approved recruitment initiatives. Candidates who benefited from the former Temporary Public Policy that supported work permits for prospective provincial nominees were also considered.
Breakdown of Invitations Issued
| Strategic Recruitment Initiative | Letters of Advice to Apply |
|---|---|
| Employer Services | 36 |
| Temporary Public Policy (TPP) Support Letter Holders | 31 |
| Francophone Community Initiative | 8 |
| Regional Community Recruitment | 2 |
| Total | 77 |
Employer Services accounted for the largest share of invitations, demonstrating that Manitoba continues to prioritize candidates who already have strong employment connections within the province.
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Express Entry Candidates Also Received Invitations
Receiving a provincial nomination through an enhanced stream linked to Express Entry can significantly improve an applicant’s chances of obtaining permanent residence by adding additional points to their federal immigration profile.
Why Some Eligible Candidates May Not Have Been Invited
- Expired language test results.
- Incorrect or missing language test identification numbers.
- Failure to provide a valid invitation reference number for the strategic recruitment initiative.
- Incomplete information relating to the recruitment pathway claimed in the Expression of Interest profile.
Manitoba Continues Targeted Invitations for TPP Support Letter Holders
Earlier this year, Manitoba announced that it would conduct dedicated invitation rounds for individuals who received Support Letters under the Temporary Public Policy (TPP), particularly those approved between April 22 and June 30, 2025.
Since introducing this targeted approach, the province has issued 579 invitations to eligible TPP Support Letter holders. A significant portion of these invitations was distributed during the first dedicated draw held in early May, indicating Manitoba’s commitment to processing this group efficiently.
Provincial Invitation Numbers Continue to Rise in 2026
With the latest selection round included, Manitoba has now issued 1,910 Letters of Advice to Apply during 2026.
The province received a federal nomination allocation of 6,239 provincial nominations for the year, allowing Manitoba to continue selecting workers who can contribute to its labour market and economic growth. Government data also indicates that by the end of May, more than 2,100 skilled workers had already received provincial nominations. Since nominations are often finalized several months after invitations are issued, the number of approved nominations does not always correspond directly with the total invitations issued during the same calendar year.
Monthly Skilled Worker Draw Activity in 2026
Manitoba’s Skilled Worker Stream has remained active throughout the year, although the number of invitations has varied depending on labour market requirements.
| Strategic Recruitment Initiative | Letters of Advice to Apply |
|---|---|
| January | 102 |
| February | 101 |
| March | 60 |
| April | 340 |
| May | 1,002 |
May recorded the largest number of invitations, reflecting a significant expansion in provincial selection activity.
Provincial Nominations Issued So Far
| Month | Nominations Issued |
|---|---|
| January | 484 |
| February | 425 |
| March | 389 |
| April | 445 |
| May | 422 |
| Total | 2,165 |
These nominations represent candidates who successfully completed the provincial assessment process after receiving their invitations.
Enhanced Express Entry Nominations
| Month | Enhanced Nominations |
|---|---|
| January | 154 |
| February | 146 |
| March | 129 |
| April | 142 |
| May | 125 |
| Total | 696 |
Enhanced nominations remain an important route for skilled workers seeking faster processing toward Canadian permanent residence.
New Applications Entering Manitoba's Inventory
| Month | Applications Received |
|---|---|
| January | 292 |
| February | 237 |
| March | 104 |
| April | 109 |
| May | 554 |
| Total | 1,296 |
The sharp increase recorded in May reflects higher invitation volumes earlier in the year.
Provincial Application Processing Remains Active
| Month | Applications Under Assessment or Pending |
|---|---|
| January | 2,605 |
| February | 2,355 |
| March | 2,030 |
| April | 1,575 |
| May | 1,634 |
Applications move into assessment once they are assigned to a provincial immigration officer for review before a final decision is issued.
Refused Nomination Applications
| Month | Applications Under Assessment or Pending |
|---|---|
| January | 95 |
| February | 38 |
| March | 35 |
| April | 95 |
| May | 55 |
| Total | 318 |
Skilled Worker – NB Graduates
- Graduation from a PGWP-eligible program at a New Brunswick DLI
- Full-time employment or a job offer from an eligible NB employer
Manitoba Maintains a Strategic Approach to Immigration
The latest draw demonstrates Manitoba’s continued emphasis on selecting candidates who have established ties to the province through employers, regional communities, Francophone recruitment, or previous government-supported initiatives. Rather than relying exclusively on broad invitation rounds, the province is increasingly using targeted recruitment strategies to fill labour shortages in key sectors.
With thousands of nominations still available under its 2026 allocation, Manitoba is expected to continue conducting invitation rounds throughout the year, creating additional opportunities for skilled workers seeking Canadian permanent residence through the Provincial Nominee Program.
Source: immigratemanitoba.com/draws/
