Latest BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration Draw
Latest British Columbia PNP Entrepreneur Draw Issues New Invitations
September 22 BCPNP Entrepreneur Draw
| Stream | Invitations | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|
| Entrepreneur Immigration – Base | 10 | 119 |
| Entrepreneur Immigration – Regional | <5 | 119 |
The September draw also represents a notable change in selection scores during 2026. For the Base Stream, the 119-point threshold was the highest recorded since February 10. The Regional Stream reached the same score for the first time since March 10.
British Columbia's Entrepreneur Immigration Activity in 2026
Previous Entrepreneur Draws in 2026
| Date | Stream | Number of invitations | Minimum score |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 22 | Base | 10 | 119 |
| September 22 | Regional | <5 | 119 |
| 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 |
How the Two Entrepreneur Streams Differ
| Requirement | Base Stream | Regional Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Business location | British Columbia | Outside Metro Vancouver Regional District |
| Business experience | 3 years as an owner-manager in the last 10 years | 3 years as an owner-manager in the last 5 years |
| Education | Post-secondary credential | Post-secondary credential |
| Language | CLB 4 | CLB 4 |
| Minimum net worth | $600,000 | $300,000 |
| Minimum investment | $200,000 | $100,000 |
| Minimum ownership | 33.33% | 51% |
| Community referral | Not required | Required |
| Exploratory visit | Not required | Required |
| Minimum registration score | 115/200 | 105/200 |
Applicants without a post-secondary credential may still qualify if they meet the applicable business ownership and management experience requirement. In particular, they must have at least three years of active business ownership and management experience during the previous five years, with full ownership of the business during that period.
Work Permit Options for Provincial Nominees
Where Does the TRHSI Apply?
These include:
- Central Okanagan Regional District
- Metro Vancouver Regional District
- Capital Regional District
However, specific Gulf Islands are exceptions to the Capital Regional District restriction. These include Galiano Island, Mayne Island, Pender Island, Salt Spring Island and Saturna Island.
Applicants should therefore verify both their work location and employer before assuming that their employment qualifies for the pathway.
Conclusion
Entrepreneurs considering British Columbia should review the financial, business experience, ownership, investment and language requirements of the relevant stream before registering. Meeting the basic requirements does not guarantee an invitation, as candidates are selected according to the program’s registration scoring and draw criteria.
Source: welcomebc.ca
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