British Columbia’s Latest PNP Draw Yields 198 ITAs for Skilled Workers
British Columbia's Latest PNP Draw
The province of British Columbia conducted its most recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on January 30, 2024, welcoming skilled workers from various streams to contribute to the region’s economic growth. The draw resulted in a total of 198 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) being issued to eligible candidates in the Skills Immigration stream.
The breakdown of invitations for each stream is as follows:
| Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of invitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2024 | Childcare | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 49 |
| Construction | 75 | 29 | ||
| Healthcare | 60 | 27 | ||
| Tech | 103 | 89 | ||
| Veterinary care | 60 | less than 5 |
More about the draw:
The draw demonstrates British Columbia’s commitment to attracting and retaining skilled professionals across diverse sectors. The province recognizes the importance of skilled workers in fields such as childcare, construction, healthcare, technology, and veterinary care.
The Tech Stream, with a minimum score requirement of 103, emerged as the most competitive stream in this draw, issuing a substantial 89 invitations. This reflects the growing demand for technology professionals in the region and the province’s focus on fostering innovation and technological advancement.
In contrast, the Veterinary Care Stream had fewer than 5 invitations issued, signaling a specialized field with limited openings in this particular draw.
These draws are part of British Columbia’s ongoing efforts to address labor market needs and fill critical gaps in various industries. Skilled workers receiving ITAs in this draw will now have the opportunity to apply for permanent residency through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
Prospective immigrants are encouraged to stay informed about future draws and changes in eligibility criteria as the province continues to adapt its immigration policies to meet the evolving needs of its economy. The success of these draws not only benefits the newcomers but also contributes to the overall growth and prosperity of British Columbia.
BC PNP Skills Immigration Category Draw
| Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of invitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2024 | Childcare | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 49 |
| Construction | 75 | 29 | ||
| Healthcare | 60 | 27 | ||
| Tech | 103 | 89 | ||
| Veterinary care | 60 | less than 5 | ||
| January 23, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 120 | 79 |
| Skilled Worker -EEBC option | 120 | |||
| International Graduate | 120 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC option | 120 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 98 | |||
| Childcare | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 66 | |
| Construction | 75 | 34 | ||
| Healthcare | 60 | 36 | ||
| Veterinary care | 60 | less than 5 | ||
| 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 |
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List of Provincial Nominee Program
- Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
- British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
- Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
- New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)
- 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)
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