Manitoba PNP Conducts First Draw of 2025, Invites 197 Candidates
Team Universal Adviser
Published on: January 10, 2025
Manitoba Issues 197 Invitations In Latest PNP Draw Apply for Canada PR Visa
In its inaugural draw of the year, Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) extended invitations to 197 candidates on January 9, 2025. This marks the first step in what is anticipated to be another dynamic year for Manitoba’s immigration program, which will focus on skilled workers and regional needs.
The draw targeted candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream who demonstrated a strong connection to the province through post-secondary education. Applicants or their spouses who had completed post-secondary studies in Manitoba were given priority.
Key Highlights:
Number of Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) Issued: 145
Ranking Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 838
This stream underscores Manitoba’s commitment to retaining talent cultivated within its borders, offering opportunities for individuals who have already integrated into the province’s academic and cultural environment.
2. Occupation-Specific Selection This draw also included two targeted streams for candidates employed in specific occupations within Manitoba:
To address specific regional labor market needs, the Skilled Worker Overseas stream targeted candidates indicating Winkler as their destination of choice. This selection aligns with Manitoba’s strategy to support smaller communities and enhance regional economic development.
Key Highlights:
Number of LAAs Issued: 52
Ranking Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 615
Manitoba aims to bolster the workforce in Winkler, a city known for its thriving industries and welcoming community by focusing on region-specific candidates.
This draw reinforces Manitoba’s proactive approach to addressing its economic and demographic needs. By prioritizing candidates with strong provincial ties and those targeting regional destinations, the province is ensuring that immigration contributes to balanced growth across urban and rural areas.
Prospective candidates interested in the Manitoba PNP should consider:
Establishing connections to Manitoba through study, work, or family.
Expressing a clear intent to settle in specific regions like Winkler to align with the province’s regional selection priorities.
Creating and maintaining an up-to-date Express Entry profile to take advantage of potential expedited opportunities.
With this first draw setting the tone for 2025, Manitoba continues to position itself as a welcoming and strategic destination for immigrants. As the year progresses, applicants can expect further opportunities tailored to provincial priorities and labor market demands.