Manitoba PNP Draw Invites 862 Skilled Workers
Manitoba Issues 862 ITAs in Latest PNP Round
In the latest set of invitations, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program issued opportunities to 862 skilled workers to pursue a provincial nomination, reaffirming its interest in attracting skills that address the needs of the Manitoba labor market.
The Draw took place on the 9th of October, 2025, as Draw #255, and represented the first one of the month.
The MPNP Draw of October 2025 Summary
Skilled Worker in Manitoba: Emphasis on Healthcare and Caregiving
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| NOC Code and Title | 44101 – Home support workers, caregivers, and related occupations |
| NOC Broad Occupational Category | 3 – Health occupations |
Skilled Worker Stream: Employer-Driven and Strategic Recruitment Invitations
Another 279 letters of invitation were given to applicants who had received direct invitations from the MPNP within the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The initiatives are customized vehicles to connect Manitoba employers, international skilled-in-demand communities.
| Strategic Recruitment Initiative | LAAs Issued |
|---|---|
| Employer Services | 45 |
| Francophone Community | 43 |
| Regional Communities | 8 |
| Ethnocultural Communities | 3 |
| Temporary Public Policy (TPP) | 180 |
Express Entry Applicants in the Draw
This enables them to be eligible to secure the additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points upon being nominated, substantially enhancing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to permanent residence under the federal Express Entry program.
Why Some Prospective Voters Might Not Have Been Invited
- Producing expired or invalid language examination results.
- A failure to incorporate a valid recruitment number from a strategic recruitment effort.
- Inadequate or absence of licensing documents for Manitoba-regulated professions.
Temporary Residence Applications
Visas for Visitors Abroad (TRV)
- India: Increased sharply from 28 to 58 days.
- Pakistan: Increased from 36 to 48 days.
- Nigeria: Down from 56 days to 32 days.
- Philippines: Shortened from 33 to 20 days.
- United States: Slight rise from 21 to 23 days.
Metro Areas Now Ineligible for Low-Wage LMIA Applications
The following Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) now fall under the exclusion list due to jobless rates exceeding the 6% threshold:
| Family Size | Minimum Required Funds (Annual) |
|---|---|
| 1 person (student only) | CAD $22,895 |
| 2 people | CAD $28,502 |
| 3 people | CAD $35,040 |
| 4 people | CAD $42,543 |
| 5 people | CAD $48,252 |
| 6 people | CAD $54,420 |
| 7 people | CAD $60,589 |
| Additional family member | CAD $6,170 |
These figures represent a significant increase from the earlier requirement of CAD $20,635 for a single applicant, which had been in effect since January 1, 2024.
The Reason Why Manitoba Was Selected
Through occupation-specific draws, Manitoba continues to target applicants already employed in high-demand industries, particularly healthcare, ensuring the provincial labour market remains stable and responsive to workforce gaps.
In the meantime, strategic recruitment efforts reinforce cooperation between the MPNP, Manitoba employers, and civil society groups. The cooperation facilitates the identification of highly skilled workers outside the country who can bring distinctive skills or language skills, e.g., French-speaking individuals, to promote regional and cultural diversity in the Manitoba workforce.
A Continuous Process to Develop Manitoba's Skilled Worker Pool
For skilled workers aiming to settle in Canada, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program remains one of the most attractive routes – with both short-term employment opportunities as well as a clear migration route to permanent residence.
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