PNP
New British Columbia Canada PNP Draw: Over 166 ITAs Issued for Canada PR
The most recent British Columbia Canada PNP draw, conducted on March 19, 2024, brought promising news for immigration hopefuls. The latest BC PNP draw issued over 166 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) through general and targeted invitations.
British Columbia Canada PNP Draw Highlights – 19 March, 2024
Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights from the latest BC PNP draw:
| Date | Draw Type | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of Invitations |
| March 19, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker (including EEBC option) | 125 | 88 |
| International Graduate (including EEBC option) | 125 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 98 | |||
| Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 80 | 27 | |
| Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 85 | 21 | ||
| Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 80 | 30 | ||
| Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
Next BC PNP Draw 2024
The anticipation is high for the upcoming BC PNP draw scheduled for March 26–27, 2024. It is expected to focus on targeted rounds of invitations for early childhood educators, tech occupations, construction occupations, and healthcare occupations.
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British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) serves as a pivotal pathway for individuals seeking Canadian permanent resident status to settle in British Columbia. Operated in collaboration with the federal immigration department, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the program follows a two-stage process. Candidates first apply for nomination to the provincial government and, if successful, proceed to apply for permanent residence to the federal government.
The BC PNP aims to address labor market needs in key sectors and contribute to the economic growth and vitality of the province. With its strategic draw selections and streamlined nomination process, the BC PNP continues to attract skilled workers and international graduates, fostering diversity and prosperity in British Columbia.
The latest British Columbia Canada PNP draw shows the program’s aim to facilitate immigration and address labor market demands in the province. With targeted invitations and strategic selections across various streams, the provincial nominee program remains a beacon of opportunity for individuals aspiring to call British Columbia their home.
