The newest immigration draw of key Canadian PNP, i.e. British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) took place on December 12, 2023. In this latest immigration draw, British Columbia PNP issued nearly 197 ITAs (Invitations to Apply) for provincial nomination for Canadian PR Visa. Find out more about this invitation round.
BC PNP draw on 12 Dec 2023
Here are the draw results of new draws of British Columbia PNP:
- The province issued most invitations in General draw for Tech Occupations, i.e. 73 invitations to apply for provincial nomination with a minimum score of 116 points.
- In targeted draw for applicants with an occupation of Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) BC issued 61 invitations with a minimum score of 116 points.
- Applicants with experience in Construction occupations got 31 ITAs with minimum score of 75 points
- Healthcare and Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) received 27 and <5>
Also read- Canada Provincial Nominee Program(PNP) : How to Apply?
British Columbia PNP draws on 12 Dec 2023
| Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum
Score | Number of invitations |
| December 12, 2023 | General
(includes tech occupations) | Skilled Worker | 116 | 73 |
| Skilled Worker - EEBC option | 116 |
| International Graduate | 116 |
| International Graduate – EEBC option | 116 |
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 95 |
| Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | 61 |
| Construction | 75 | 31 |
| Healthcare | 60 | 27 |
| Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) | 60 | <5> |
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Canadian Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) play a vital role in the immigration landscape of the Maple Leaf Country, offering provinces and territories the authority to nominate people for Permanent Resident (PR) Visa based on specific regional requirements. Each Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is tailor-made to address local labour market demands and economic priorities, allowing provinces to appeal skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates who align with their unique requirements.
With over 80 different PNP streams, immigration applicants can explore diverse pathways to come, live and work in Canada, benefiting from the flexibility and targeted approach these programs offer. PNPs contribute considerably to Canada's demographic diversity and economic prosperity, encouraging comprehensive growth nationwide.
Most Active PNPs to apply for Canada PR in 2024
- Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
- Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)
- Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
- Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), etc.
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British Columbia PNP Issues invitations to Skilled Workers and Entrepreneur Category 
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Rajneesh Kumar
13 December, 2023 
