British Columbia has issued 433 invitations to skilled immigration candidates
433 Candidates Receive ITAs for Priority Occupations in Latest BC PNP Draw
British Columbia has issued 433 invitations to skilled immigration candidates in its latest provincial selection round, creating another opportunity for eligible workers seeking Canadian permanent residence.
The September 10, 2026, selection focused on occupations connected with essential services, construction and other areas where British Columbia needs qualified workers.
The latest BC PNP draw demonstrates how the province is using targeted immigration selections to support its labour market. Candidates working in childcare, healthcare, veterinary care and construction occupations were among those selected, with minimum registration scores varying according to the occupation and selection category.
What Happened in the Latest BC PNP Draw?
BC PNP Draw at a Glance
| Draw date | Immigration pathway | Total invitations | Minimum score range |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2026 | Skills Immigration | 433 | 76–99 |
Who Received Invitations?
| Priority area | Targeted candidates | Minimum score | Invitations issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childcare | Early childhood educators | 99 | 182 |
| Healthcare | Eligible priority healthcare occupations | 76 | 143 |
| Veterinary care | Eligible priority veterinary occupations | 90 | Fewer than 5 |
| Construction trades | Eligible priority construction occupations | 94 | 104 |
The results show that candidates cannot rely on one universal BC PNP score when assessing their prospects. The required score can change according to the occupation being targeted and the specific selection criteria used by the province.
British Columbia's Entrepreneur Immigration Activity in 2026
Entrepreneur selections have taken place at different intervals throughout the year, with the number of invitations and qualifying scores changing between rounds. The following figures provide a picture of the BCPNP’s entrepreneur activity so far in 2026:
| Date | Stream | Number of invitations | Minimum score |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2026 | Base | 11 | 116 |
| August 25, 2026 | Regional | 5 | 116 |
| July 28, 2026 | Base | 10 | 117 |
| June 30, 2026 | Base | 14 | 118 |
| June 30, 2026 | Regional | <5 | 113 |
| June 2, 2026 | Base | 15 | 117 |
| June 2, 2026 | Regional | <5 | 117 |
| May 5, 2026 | Base | 8 | 115 |
| May 5, 2026 | Regional | <5 | 115 |
| April 14, 2026 | Base | 14 | 115 |
| March 10, 2026 | Base | 7 | 117 |
| March 10, 2026 | Regional | <5 | 129 |
| February 10, 2026 | Base | 13 | 121 |
| February 10, 2026 | Regional | <5 | 105 |
| January 13, 2026 | Base | 7 | 115 |
The nine entrepreneur rounds conducted this year have generated 15 stream-level selections in total. Nine selections were held for Base candidates and six for Regional candidates. Cumulatively, at least 104 entrepreneurs have received invitations through these 2026 selections. Across entrepreneur and skilled-worker categories combined, the BCPNP has issued at least 4,942 invitations so far this year.
Who Can Benefit From the TRHSI?
The initiative is aimed at foreign workers who provide essential cleaning and security services for B.C. health authorities. Unlike immigration pathways that focus primarily on highly skilled occupations, this initiative recognizes the importance of workers who help keep healthcare facilities and services operating safely.
The eligible occupations include:
- Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners — NOC 65312
- Light-duty cleaners — NOC 65310
- Security guards and related security service occupations — NOC 64410
Applicants must have employment with an eligible B.C. public health authority and work in a qualifying rural or remote location.
Regional Applicants Must Connect With a Community
The Regional option does, however, have lower financial thresholds than the Base Stream. The minimum net worth is $300,000 and the required investment starts at $100,000.
Conclusion
Applicants should also review their language results, education, work experience, employment situation, and registration score before deciding which immigration strategy to pursue. Keeping documentation current is equally important because an invitation can require candidates to provide evidence supporting the information in their registration or application.
The September 2026 BC PNP draw reinforces a broader trend in provincial immigration: targeted selections are increasingly being used to connect immigration with specific workforce requirements. For skilled workers whose profiles match British Columbia’s current priorities, these selections can provide an important opportunity to pursue provincial nomination and eventually permanent residence in Canada.
Source: welcomebc.ca
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