205 ITAs Issued in the Latest BC PNP Draw
Latest BC PNP Draw Under the Skills and Entrepreneur Stream
In its most recent draw on January 16, 2024, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) granted 205 invitations in the Skills and Entrepreneur Immigration category.
The Skills Immigration draw of the BC PNP included invitations for Skilled Workers, International Graduates, and an option for the Express Entry British Columbia (EEBC) stream. Additionally, on the same date, another draw was conducted under the Entrepreneur Immigration category of the BC PNP.
Here are the details of the PNP draw:
| BC PNP Draw Categories | No. of Invitations |
|---|---|
| Skills Immigration | 197 |
| Entrepreneur Immigration | 8 |
| Total Number of Invitations | 205 |
In the most recent BC PNP draw, the minimum score for the Skills Immigration category varied from 60 to 103. In addition to the general invitations, this draw specifically targeted applicants from high-demand sectors such as Childcare, Construction, Healthcare, Technology, and Veterinary Care.
Latest BC PNP Draw Outcomes
The province of British Columbia regularly extends invitations to newcomers who are already part of the pool for BC PNP applications. The information provided in the details is utilized for ranking candidates based on their qualifications to fulfill the economic and labor market needs of British Columbia.
BC PNP Skills Immigration Category Draw
| Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of invitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 10, 2024 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | Skilled Worker | 60 | 53 |
| Construction | 75 | 20 | ||
| Healthcare | 60 | 29 | ||
| Tech | 103 | 91 | ||
| Veterinary care | 60 | less than 5 | ||
| January 10, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 120 | 110 |
| Skilled Worker - EEBC option | 120 | |||
| International Graduate | 120 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC option | 120 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 100 | |||
| Childcare | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 113 | |
| Construction | 75 | 74 | ||
| Healthcare | 60 | 75 | ||
| Veterinary care | 60 | less than 5 |
BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration Category
| Date | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2024 | Regional Pilot | 135 | less than 5 |
| Base | 116 | less than 5 |
Entrepreneur Immigration Category Minimum Score:
The minimum score for the Entrepreneur Immigration Category of BC PNP ranges between 116 to 135.
2023 BC PNP Draw Statistics:
In 2023, British Columbia PNP issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for 10,061 applicants through 51 invitation rounds. Throughout the year, BC PNP conducted 4-5 draws almost every month, a trend expected to continue into 2024.
Skills Immigration Category Requirements:
To qualify for targeted invitations in the Skills Immigration category of BC PNP, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Education: Consideration of education level, area of study, and institution.
- Professional Titles: Recognition of qualified professional titles.
- Language Expertise: Proficiency in language skills.
- Work Duration and Skill Level: Evaluation of work proficiency duration and skill level.
- Salary or Job Offer Skill Level: Assessment of salary or skill level in a job offer.
- Genuine Intention: Demonstrating a genuine intention to stay, work, and settle in the province.
- Strategic Demands: Alignment with strategic demands meeting specific labor needs or supporting government pilot projects and initiatives.
Skills Immigration Category Requirements:
To qualify for targeted invitations in the Skills Immigration category of BC PNP, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Education: Consideration of education level, area of study, and institution.
- Professional Titles: Recognition of qualified professional titles.
- Language Expertise: Proficiency in language skills.
- Work Duration and Skill Level: Evaluation of work proficiency duration and skill level.
- Salary or Job Offer Skill Level: Assessment of salary or skill level in a job offer.
- Genuine Intention: Demonstrating a genuine intention to stay, work, and settle in the province.
- Strategic Demands: Alignment with strategic demands meeting specific labor needs or supporting government pilot projects and initiatives.
Entrepreneur Immigration Category Requirements:
To qualify for targeted invitations in the Entrepreneur Immigration category of BC PNP, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
- Registration Score: Consideration of the applicant's registration score.
- Business Establishment Area: Specification of the desired business establishment area.
- Community Population: Consideration of the population of the community where the business is proposed.
- Business Nature: Determination of whether the planned business is a startup or an acquisition.
- Priority Business Segments: Alignment of the proposed business with recognized priority business segments.
Eligibility Requirements for BC PNP in 2024:
The eligibility requirements for BC PNP in 2024 include:
- Full-Time Job Offer: A full-time job offer for TEER 4 or 5 occupations (excluding the International Post-Graduate Group).
- Salary Compliance: Salary offer by provincial wage rates (exception for International Post-Graduate Class).
- Proof of Support: Submission of proof of supporting oneself and family (excluding the International Post-Graduate Class).
- Language Fluency: Compliance with minimum language fluency requirements, specifically CLB level 4 across all abilities for TEER 2, 3, 4, or 5, and required for Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Worker Category.
- Additional Necessities: Adherence to additional necessities based on the chosen category specifications.
- Employer Eligibility: Ensuring the Canadian employer meets all eligibility requirements (excluding the International Post-Graduate Category).
Applicants are advised to stay informed about the progress of their BC PNP application process and any recent changes.
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- Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
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- Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NSPNP)
- Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)
- Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
- Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
- Quebec Skilled Workers Program (QSWP)
- Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
- Yukon Nominee Program (YNP)
