Manitoba PNP Draw #254: 911 Invitations Issued

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted its Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #254 under the Skilled Worker Stream, issuing a total of 911 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways. This draw targeted profiles that declared being directly invited by the MPNP through strategic recruitment initiatives.

Breakdown of Invitations Issued under the Strategic Recruitment Initiative

The 911 LAAs were distributed as follows:

• Employer Services: 18
• Francophone Community: 24
• Regional Communities: 18
• Ethnocultural Communities: 4
• Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates: 847

Express Entry Candidates

Of the total LAAs issued, 341 were awarded to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code, highlighting Manitoba’s focus on aligning with federal immigration pathways.

About the MPNP Skilled Worker Stream

The Skilled Worker Stream, encompassing both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways, prioritizes candidates with strong ties to Manitoba or those invited through targeted recruitment initiatives. These initiatives aim to address specific labor market needs and support community-driven immigration goals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Manitoba PNP Skilled Worker Pathways

1. What is the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)?

The MPNP is an immigration program that allows Manitoba to nominate skilled workers and their families for permanent residence in Canada based on the province’s economic and labor market needs.

2. What are the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways?

• Skilled Worker in Manitoba: For individuals currently working in Manitoba or with a job offer from a Manitoba employer, demonstrating strong ties to the province.
• Skilled Worker Overseas: For candidates outside Manitoba who have connections to the province (e.g., family, previous work/study in Manitoba) or are invited through MPNP strategic recruitment initiatives.

3. What are strategic recruitment initiatives?

These are targeted MPNP efforts to invite candidates who meet specific criteria, such as those with skills in demand, ties to Francophone or ethnocultural communities, or those identified through employer-driven or regional recruitment.

4. What is a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA)?

An LAA is an invitation issued by the MPNP to submit a full application for provincial nomination. It is sent to candidates with the highest-ranking EOI profiles in a draw.

5. How does the Expression of Interest (EOI) system work?

Candidates submit an EOI profile to the MPNP, which is ranked based on factors like education, work experience, language skills, and ties to Manitoba. The highest-ranking profiles receive LAAs in periodic draws.

6. What is the role of Express Entry in the MPNP?

Candidates with an active Express Entry profile can link it to their MPNP EOI. If selected, they may receive a provincial nomination, which adds 600 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

7. Who is eligible for the strategic recruitment initiatives mentioned in the draw?

Eligibility varies by initiative:

• Employer Services: Candidates with job offers from Manitoba employers.
• Francophone Community: French-speaking candidates with ties to Manitoba’s Francophone communities.
• Regional Communities: Candidates willing to settle in specific Manitoba regions outside Winnipeg.
• Ethnocultural Communities: Candidates with ties to specific ethnocultural groups in Manitoba.
• Temporary Public Policy: Candidates eligible for work permits under temporary federal policies facilitating PNP applications.

8. What happens after receiving an LAA?

Candidates have 60 days to submit a complete MPNP application, including supporting documents. If approved, they receive a provincial nomination and can apply for permanent residence through IRCC.

9. Can I apply to the MPNP if I wasn’t invited in this draw?

Yes, you can submit an EOI profile at any time. Profiles remain in the pool for one year and may be considered in future draws.