Latest BC PNP Draw Invities 207 immigrant to British Colombia On October 31st, 2023, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC-PNP) conducted two draws to invite skilled workers to apply for permanent residency. These draws targeted the Skills Immigration (SI) stream and the Express Entry BC (EEBC) stream. The goal was to attract potential immigrants, especially those in the technology, healthcare, and education sectors, to consider settling in British Columbia, Canada.
In total, 207 invitations were issued to skilled workers who met the eligibility criteria. The draws had specific parameters, including the number of invitations available and the minimum scores required for each category. Here’s a breakdown of the draws:
Latest BC PNP Draws 2023:
Draw 1 (BC PNP General Draw including Tech Draw):
Total Invitations Issued: 133
Selected Categories:
SI – Skilled Worker – Minimum Score: 111
EEBC – Skilled Worker – Minimum Score: 111
SI – International Graduate – Minimum Score: 113
EEBC – International Graduate – Minimum Score: 113
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled – Minimum Score: 91
Draw 2 (Targeted Draw):
Invited Occupation: Early childhood educators and Assistant (NOC 42202)
Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
Count of invitations sent: 48
Minimum Score: 60
(Targeted Draw)
Invited Occupation: Healthcare
Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
Count of invitations sent: 22
Minimum Score: 60
(Targeted Draw):
Invited Occupation: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104)
Selected Categories: SI – Skilled Worker, EEBC – Skilled Worker, SI – International Graduate, EEBC – International Graduate
Count of invitations sent: Less than 5
Minimum Score: 60
Eligibility Criteria for BC PNP:
To be eligible for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), you must meet the following criteria:
Job Offer: Obtain a full-time job offer from a BC PNP-approved employer in a specific job category.
Job Suitability: Demonstrate your ability to perform the job duties effectively.
Work Experience: Have at least two years of full-time work experience in a relevant job.
Financial Independence: Prove that you can financially support yourself while living in BC.
Immigration Status: Either have legal status in Canada or meet the requirements to obtain it.
Language Skills: Meet the language requirements if your job falls within a certain skill level.
Salary: Ensure that your proposed salary aligns with the typical pay for that job in BC.
Steps to Apply for BC PNP:
Here are the steps to apply for the BC PNP:
1. Choose a Category: Determine the category that best suits your situation and register online to receive a score.
2. Weekly Draws: BC PNP conducts weekly draws, selecting individuals with high scores based on their capacity.
3. Apply: If you receive an invitation, you have 30 days to apply online and pay a fee of 1475 CAD.
4. Fast Review: Immigration officials will review your documents.
5. Nomination and Residency: If your application is successful, you’ll be nominated for permanent residency in Canada.
6. Work Permit Support: You may receive a letter to assist with your work permit while your residency application is processed.
These steps provide a pathway for eligible individuals to pursue permanent residency in British Columbia, Canada, through the BC PNP program.
