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Approximately 157 candidates received ITAs (Invitation to Apply) for Canadian PR visa provincial nomination in the latest British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) draw held on October 17, 2023. BC PNP, the Provincial Nominee Program of British Columbia, regularly invites skilled candidates from abroad through periodic draws.
Details of the October 17, 2023 BC PNP Draw:
- In the General draw, the province of BC issued 104 ITAs to applicants with Tech Occupations.
- The Targeted draw for Childcare invited 31 candidates, specifically Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202).
- BC also extended 17 invitations in the Targeted draw for Healthcare occupations.
- Other priority occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104) received fewer than 5 invitations.
| Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of invitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2023 | General (includes tech occupations) | Skilled Worker | 111 | 104 |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 111 | |||
| International Graduate | 113 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC option | 113 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 91 | |||
| Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 31 | |
| Healthcare | 60 | 17 | ||
| Other priority occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104) | 60 | <5 |
What is Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) ?
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is a Canadian immigration pathway designed to allow individual provinces and territories to select and nominate potential immigrants who have the necessary skills to contribute to their specific economic and social development. , work experience or other qualifications. This program offers an alternative route to permanent residency in Canada, allowing provinces to tailor their immigration policies to address their unique labor market and demographic needs.
Each province and territory in Canada operates its own PNP, with criteria and requirements tailored to their specific needs. Through the PNP, candidates can obtain provincial nomination, which significantly increases their chances of obtaining permanent residence. It has become an important component of Canada’s immigration strategy, contributing to the country’s economic growth and the diversification of its population.
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