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British Columbia Held Another Skills Immigration Draw, Inviting 185 Candidates
Recently on June 27, 2023, the Canadian province of British Columbia held a new Skills Immigration draw. The month’s fourth draw invited 185 Invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates in the BC PNP pool.
The number and frequency of Expressions of Interest (NOI) are based on British Columbia’s backlog of applications at the moment. With a few exceptions, BC PNP draws are typically held every week.
Highlights of the draw: Who was Invited?
General Draw
The BC PNP held rounds of invitations and issued a total of 130 ITAs to candidates in the general draw. The issued invitations were distributed to Skilled Workers and International Graduates including the EEBC option and also to Entry-level and Semi-skilled workers.
To qualify, candidates were required to score at least 87-109.
Targeted Draw – Childcare, Healthcare & Other In-demand Occupations
The Canadian province also conducted rounds of invitations for applicants working in the targeted occupations. The category invited a total of 50 candidates to the Skills Immigration targeted draw.
Here’s the breakdown of the invitations invited to British Columbia’s Skills Immigration Targeted draw:
- 30 Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) with a minimum score of 60;
- The targeted draw issued invitations to 20 Healthcare workers with a minimum score of 60;
- A total of 05 invitations were issued to candidates from the in-demand occupation (NOCs 31103 and 32104). To qualify, candidates required a minimum score of 60.
Best Immigration Options to British Columbia in 2023
British Columbia, a province in Canada renowned for its natural beauty and thriving economy, offers several attractive options for individuals seeking to immigrate. Here’s an overview of the best immigration options to British Columbia in 2023:
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
British Columbia’s PNP offers streams like Skilled Worker, International Graduate, and Entrepreneur, enabling nominations for permanent residency.
Express Entry System
Through Express Entry, highly skilled workers can be nominated by British Columbia, leading to opportunities for permanent residency.
Family Sponsorship
Close family members who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents in British Columbia can sponsor your immigration application.
Study Visa
Pursuing higher education in British Columbia allows for Canadian work experience and the chance to apply for a post-graduation work permit.
Start-Up Visa Program
Entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and adequate funds can apply for the Start-Up Visa Program, receiving support in British Columbia and a path to permanent residency.
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) ranks and selects individuals from its pool of applications using a points-based system. The Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS), also known as the BC PNP points calculator works similarly to the CRS calculator. To gain PR in British Columbia, you are also required to submit your Expression of Interest (EOI).
