British Columbia Skills Immigration Draw Invites Over 400 Candidates

Shiwangi Srivastava
[Published 06 Feb, 2026 | 06:37 AM]
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On February 4, 2026, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted a targeted Skills Immigration draw aimed at candidates with strong potential to contribute to the province’s economy.

In this draw, 429 invitations to apply (ITAs) were issued to skilled professionals meeting specific wage, occupation, and scoring criteria. The selection focused on candidates holding job offers in eligible NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations, as well as high-ranking profiles under the BC PNP points system.

This draw highlights British Columbia’s continued emphasis on attracting talent to support long-term economic growth and labour market demand.

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Latest BC PNP Draw Result

The latest BC PNP draw invites 429 candidates under the Skills Immigration stream, welcoming high-potential applicants seeking permanent residency in Canada.

Skills Immigration:

• Draw date: February 04, 2026
• Type of round: Skills Immigration Invitations
• Number of invitations: 429
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 for 206 candidates and 138 points for 223 candidates.

Skills Immigration Registration Pool

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) regularly publishes a score-wise breakdown of candidates in the Skills Immigration registration pool on its official website. This information helps applicants evaluate their BC PNP score, understand current competition levels, and gauge their chances of receiving an invitation.

The table below shows the distribution of Skills Immigration registrations by score range as of January 6, 2026.

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Who Qualifies for This BC PNP Invitation and How It Affects You?

The BC PNP Skills Immigration stream targets candidates who demonstrate a high economic impact on British Columbia. To qualify, applicants needed to meet specific wage, occupation, or scoring requirements set by the province. It also ensures that the selected candidates can make a significant contribution to the BC labour market and economy.

Candidates who received invitations typically met one of the following criteria:

• Held a valid full-time job offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations
• Earned a minimum wage of $70 per hour or $145,000 annually, highlighting senior or highly specialized roles
• Achieved a minimum score of 138 points under the BC PNP Skills Immigration scoring system

For aspiring immigrants, this draw sends a clear message: higher wages, strong job offers, and competitive scores significantly improve their chances of selection. Using a BC PNP Point Calculator can help you estimate your score, identify gaps, and plan improvements before registering.

If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada, this draw also signals B.C.’s preference for candidates who offer immediate economic value. Strengthening your profile through better language scores, higher wages, or in-demand occupations can increase your chances in future BC PNP invitations.

Source: welcomebc.ca