This past week, British Columbia and Manitoba conducted immigration draws, while Alberta provided key updates on its provincial immigration streams.
British Columbia (BCPNP)
On October 2, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held two draws. The first was a general draw, inviting 81 candidates through various immigration streams. Here are the streams and the corresponding minimum scores:
| Stream | Cut-off Score |
|---|---|
| Skilled Worker | 128 |
| International Graduate | 128 |
| Entry Level & Semi-Skilled | 110 |
The second draw targeted candidates with professional experience in specific high-demand sectors, inviting applicants as follows:
| Sector | Minimum Score | Number of Invitations |
|---|---|---|
| Childcare | 83 | 35 |
| Construction | 89 | 23 |
| Healthcare | 99 | 28 |
| Veterinary Care | 80 | <5 |
Manitoba (MPNP)
On September 27, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted two draws. Under the International Education stream, 269 letters of advice to apply were issued. Additionally, the Skilled Worker Overseas stream draw invited 79 candidates through a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, with a minimum required score of 582. Of the 348 candidates invited in both draws, 56 have valid Express Entry profiles.
Alberta (AAIP)
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) provided updates on its processing statistics this week, highlighting the number of nominations issued, remaining nomination spaces, and the current processing timelines across various streams:
- 2024 Nomination Summary:
- Total Nominations Issued: 8,023
- Remaining Nomination Spaces: 1,727
- Pending Applications: 4,440
Alberta is also processing applications under specific pathways, including the Accelerated Tech Pathway, Dedicated Healthcare Pathway, Law Enforcement Pathway, and other priority sectors. For example, under the Alberta Opportunity Stream, applications received before January 11, 2024, are currently being processed.
This comprehensive approach reflects Alberta’s commitment to managing its immigration streams and addressing specific sectoral needs.