British Columbia Invites 207 Immigrants in the Latest BC PNP Draw

On October 31st, 2023, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC-PNP) held dual draws targeting the Skills Immigration (SI) stream and the Express Entry BC (EEBC) stream. These draws were designed to extend invitations to prospective immigrants, encompassing individuals in the technology sector, healthcare field, and education-related roles. The objective was to encourage applications for Canadian permanent residency through British Columbia.

In total, 207 invitations were extended to skilled workers to apply for permanent residency. The draws included specific parameters such as the number of invitations allocated and the minimum required scores within each category, as outlined below:

Latest BC PNP Draws 2023:

DRAW 1

Draw Type: BC PNP GENERAL DRAW INCLUDING TECH DRAW

Total Invitations Issued: 133

Selected Categories: Minimum Score –

• SI – Skilled Worker – 111
• EEBC – Skilled Worker – 111
• SI – International Graduate – 113
• EEBC – International Graduate – 113
• Entry Level and Semi-Skilled – 91

DRAW 2

Draw Type: Targeted Draw

• Invited Occupation: Early childhood educators and Assistant (NOC 42202)
• Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
• Count of invitations sent: 48
• Minimum Score: 60

Draw Type: Targeted Draw

• Invited Occupation: Healthcare
• Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
• Count of invitations sent: 22
• Minimum Score: 60

Draw Type: Targeted Draw

• Invited Occupation: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104)
• Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
• Count of invitations sent: <5
• Minimum Score: 60

What is the eligibility criteria for BC PNP?

Eligibility Criteria for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP):

• Job Offer: Get a full-time job offer from a BC PNP-approved employer in a certain type of job.
• Job Suitability: Show you can handle the duties of the job well.
• Work Experience: Have at least two years of full-time work experience in the right kind of job.
• Financial Independence: Prove you can support yourself financially while living in BC.
• Immigration Status: Either have legal status in Canada or meet the requirements to get it.
• Language Skills: Meet the language requirements if your job is at a certain skill level.
• Salary: Your proposed salary must match what’s usual for that job in BC.

What are the steps to apply for BC PNP?

Steps to Apply for BC PNP:

• Choose a Category: Figure out which category fits you, then register online to get a score.
• Weekly Draws: BC PNP picks people with high scores each week, depending on their capacity.
• Apply: If you’re invited, you have 30 days to apply online, paying a fee of 1475 CAD.
• Fast Review: The immigration officials will review your documents.
• Nomination and Residency: If you’re successful, you’re nominated for permanent residency in Canada.
• Work Permit Support: You might get a letter to help with your work permit while your residency application is processed.

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