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Latest MPNP Draw #278 Issues 741 Invitations
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued 741 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) in its latest Expression of Interest draw on August 27, 2026. The province’s latest MPNP draw included occupation-specific selections, a Francophone selection and invitations through the Skilled Worker Stream. Of the total invitations, 150 went to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile.
The August 27 draw was MPNP Expression of Interest Draw #278.
MPNP Draw #278 at a Glance
| Draw detail | Information |
| Draw number | #278 |
| Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Total LAAs issued | 741 |
| Express Entry candidates | 150 |
| Occupation-specific selection | 662 |
| Francophone selection | 21 |
| Skilled Worker Stream | 58 |
Skilled Worker in Manitoba Selections
The largest portion of the draw targeted candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream.
The MPNP issued:
- 662 LAAs through occupation-specific selection
- 21 LAAs through Francophone selection
For the occupation-specific selection, Manitoba considered profiles declaring current employment in specific occupations, including:
- NOC 31102: General practitioners and family physicians
- NOC 73301: Bus drivers and transit operators
The province also selected top-scoring profiles declaring current employment in major group 72, covering technical trades and transportation officers and controllers.
A total of 600 LAAs were issued under this selection, with the lowest-ranked invited candidate having a score of 731.
Francophone Candidates Also Selected
Manitoba issued 21 LAAs through its Francophone selection.
Candidates needed to declare French as their language of communication with the MPNP and have a valid French-language test result.
This selection highlights Manitoba’s continued use of French-language ability as one factor in its immigration strategy.
Strategic Recruitment Candidates Receive 58 LAAs
The MPNP also issued 58 LAAs under the Skilled Worker Stream to candidates who had been directly invited through strategic recruitment initiatives.
The invitations were distributed as follows:
| Strategic initiative | Invitations |
| Employer Services | 28 |
| Ethnocultural Communities | 4 |
| Francophone Community | 16 |
| Regional Communities | 7 |
| Temporary Public Policy | 3 |
| Total | 58 |
The temporary public policy category refers to the policy facilitating work permits for prospective provincial nominee candidates.
Express Entry Candidates Included in the Manitoba Draw
Of the 741 LAAs, 150 were issued to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.
A Manitoba provincial nomination can be particularly significant for an eligible Express Entry candidate because a provincial nomination can provide additional CRS points and support an invitation through the federal Express Entry system.
However, receiving an MPNP LAA does not itself mean that permanent residence has been approved. Candidates must still complete the applicable provincial nomination process and, where relevant, the federal permanent residence application.
Manitoba Has Invited More than 5,600 Candidates in 2026
The latest draw brings Manitoba’s total number of MPNP invitations in 2026 to 5,616.
Of those candidates, 1,627 received invitations under Express Entry.
The figures demonstrate the continued role of Manitoba’s provincial nomination program in selecting candidates with skills and experience aligned with provincial priorities.
Important MPNP Requirements Candidates Should Check
Candidates who submitted an Expression of Interest but did not receive an LAA should review their profile information carefully.
The MPNP notes that candidates may not be selected if, for example:
- Their language test number was missing or invalid.
- Their language test had expired.
- They declared a strategic recruitment invitation without providing a valid invitation number.
- Their EOI information does not accurately reflect their current circumstances.
Candidates can update their EOI information where appropriate before a future draw.
Applicants working in regulated occupations should also ensure they have completed the required licensing steps. Manitoba warns that a full application may not be accepted if a candidate does not actually meet the licensing or employment requirements associated with a regulated occupation.
What the Latest MPNP Draw #278 Means for Candidates
The August 27 draw shows that Manitoba continues to use targeted selection rather than relying on a single broad invitation category.
Candidates interested in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program should therefore focus on maintaining an accurate EOI profile and ensuring that language results, employment details, occupation information and strategic recruitment information remain valid.
Those with Express Entry profiles should also make sure the information in their federal profile is consistent with their provincial information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many candidates did Manitoba invite in the latest MPNP draw?
Manitoba issued 741 Letters of Advice to Apply in the August 27, 2026 MPNP draw.
What was the lowest score in the August 27 MPNP draw?
The lowest-ranked candidate selected in the occupation-specific selection for major group 72 had a ranking score of 731.
How many Express Entry candidates received MPNP invitations?
A total of 150 of the 741 invited candidates declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.
How many candidates has Manitoba invited through the MPNP in 2026?
The province has invited 5,616 candidates through the MPNP in 2026, including 1,627 through Express Entry.
Can an MPNP invitation guarantee permanent residence?
No. An LAA allows a candidate to proceed with the provincial nomination application. Permanent residence remains subject to the applicable provincial and federal requirements.
