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The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) recently held another draw under its Skills Immigration category. The most recent British Columbia Draw took place on August 9, 2023, and it resulted in 195 Foreign Workers and International Graduates receiving Invitations to Apply (ITAs). To be eligible for this round of invitations, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 60.
This marks the second Skills Immigration draw held by British Columbia in August. The initial invitation round of the month occurred on August 1, during which a total of 199 Foreign Workers and International Graduates were issued ITAs.
Below, you’ll find the particulars of the most recent BC PNP draw:
Latest British Columbia Draw: August 09, 2023
Category 1: General Draw (including tech occupations)
- Total invitations: 139
- Streams included: Entry-Level & Semi-Skilled, Skilled Workers, and International Graduates (including the Express Entry BC option)
- Minimum score range: 88-110
Category 2: Targeted Draw (Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants – NOC 42202)
- Total invitations: 34
- Streams included: Skilled Workers and International Graduates (including the Express Entry BC option)
- Minimum score: 60
Category 3: Targeted Draw (Healthcare)
- Total invitations: 22
- Streams included: Skilled Workers and International Graduates (including the Express Entry BC option)
- Minimum score: 60
The BC PNP extends Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to suitable candidates on a weekly frequency, with occasional deviations from this pattern. The timing, quantity, and date of the draw are determined based on the BC PNP’s application inventory’s current needs.
Eligibility for BC PNP Skills Immigration Invitations:
The BC PNP Skills Immigration (SI) category, including the Express Entry BC (EEBC) option, is tailored for individuals who possess the skills, education, and experience that align with British Columbia’s requirements.
Eligibility criteria:
- If you hold a permanent, full-time job offer in British Columbia or have recently graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution and received a permanent, full-time job offer in the province, you may qualify for Skills Immigration.
- Certain post-graduate degrees from BC universities and Ph.D. candidates in BC might be eligible for nomination without a job offer.
- Upon provincial nomination approval, you and your family members can apply for permanent residency in Canada through the Provincial Nominee Class.
The Skills Immigration category comprises five streams, catering to individuals with diverse skills and backgrounds. Four of these streams also offer the Express Entry BC option.
| Stream | Who is it for? | Eligible NOC TEER | EEBC Option? |
| Skilled Worker | Managers, professionals, and skilled tradespeople. | NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 and 3 | Yes |
| Health Authority | Individuals employed by B.C. provincial health authorities. | Any NOC TEER category. | Yes |
| International Graduate | New alumni possessing a degree or diploma from a Canadian college or university. | NOC TEER 1, 2, and 3. NOC TEER 0 (Positions in management are not qualified under this category.) | Yes |
| International Post-Graduate | Recent degree holders with an eligible master’s or doctoral qualification from a B.C. university. This also applies to Ph.D. candidates in B.C. | N/A | Yes |
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | Professionals in the tourism/hospitality and food processing sectors. | NOC TEER 4 and 5 | Yes |
Before applying to the BC PNP, ensure you carefully review all the requirements for your chosen stream. If you encounter difficulties, seeking guidance from reputable immigration consultants is advisable.
Source: welcomebc.ca
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