PNP
British Columbia Held Both General and Targeted Draw Under Skills Immigration Stream
Recently on March 21, 2023, the Canadian province of British Columbia held another general and targeted draws under skills immigration stream. In total, British Columbia Provincial Nomination program (BC PNP) issued 258 invitations to apply to skilled workers and international graduates.
The number and frequency of Expressions of Interest (NOI) are based on the British Columbia’s backlog of applications at the moment. With a few exceptions, BC PNP draws are typically held every week.
Most of the provinces and territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) conduct their own PNPs. Through these PNP programs, interested candidates are offered invitations for provincial nomination. However, a provincial nomination is not similar to permanent residence, but it effectively increases the chances of PR status in Canada. The selected candidates also become eligible to be invited to apply for a PNP-specific round of invitations.
Highlights of the draw – Who was invited?
BC PNP Results for the General Draw
The BC PNP held rounds of invitation and issued a total of 202 ITAs to candidates in the general draw. The issued invitations were divided across the following immigration stream with a minimum CRS score:
- Skilled Workers with EEBC Option required a minimum score of 101;
- International Graduates including EEBC option needed to score at least 106;
- For Entry level candidates and semi-skilled workers, the minimum requirement was 85
BC PNP Results for the Targeted Draw
The Canadian province also conducted rounds of invitations for applicants working in the targeted occupations. The BC PNP targeted draw invited a total of 56 candidates.
Here is a full breakdown of categories that invited candidates under Skills Immigration stream:
- 34 Skilled workers and International Graduates with an EEBC option from the NOC category childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202), required a minimum score of 60
- The targeted draw issued invitations to 17 Healthcare workers (skilled workers and international graduates) with a minimum score of 60
- Invited 5 candidates from other in-demand occupations – (NOC 31103) and (NOC 32104) with a score of 60.
How to get Permanent Residency in British Columbia?
Several factors, including your education, work experience, language ability, age, and other eligibility requirements established by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, determine whether you can obtain permanent residence in British Columbia.
Applicants can apply for permanent residency in Canada through a number of immigration programs in British Columbia, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply For a BC PNP
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) enables the provincial government of British Columbia to recommend people for Canadian permanent residence who can help the province’s economy thrive.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to apply for the provincial nomination in BC PNP:
- Meeting Eligibility Requirements
Examine the BC PNP categories to determine which ones you might qualify for. - Build a profile
Create a profile online using the BC PNP Online registration process if you are qualified. - Expression of Interest (EOI)
If your application is approved, you will receive a score based on your credentials and be added to a candidate pool. - Get an invitation to apply
You will be informed via your BC PNP Online account if you are invited to apply. You will have 30 days to finish your application and submit it. - Submission of application
If you are invited to apply, you must complete your application and submit it by the deadline.
- Wait for a while
After submitting your application, you must wait for the BC PNP to make a decision. If your request is approved, you
