Latest BC PNP Draw Invites 185 Skilled Workers and Graduates

Surya Rathee
[Published 13 Oct, 2023 | 04:08 AM]
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British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has conducted a new draw for candidates under the Skills Immigration category. This was the second Skills Immigration invitation round conducted by BC PNP in October.

The latest BC PNP draw held on October 11, 2023, saw ITAs being issued to a total of 185 foreign skilled workers and international graduates. Invited candidates required a minimum score of 60 to be eligible to receive an invitation under the BC PNP.

Candidates with work experience in Tech, Childcare, Healthcare, and Other Priority Occupations were targeted in this draw.

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BC PNP Draw: October 11, 2023

Key Highlights

Invitations were issued to Skilled Workers, and International Graduates (including the EEBC option) under the following categories:

Category 1: Tech

• Total number of invitations: 118
• Minimum score: 90

Category 2: Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)

• Total number of invitations: 45
• Minimum score: 60

Category 3: Healthcare

• Total number of invitations: 17
• Minimum score: 60

Category 4: Other Priority Occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104)

• Total number of invitations: 5
• Minimum score: 60

Who was invited?

Targeted invitations to apply to the Skills Immigration streams may be based on one or more of the following factors:

• Education - level, and field of education and where it was completed
• Eligible professional designations in B.C.
• Language skills
• Occupation
• Duration and skill level of work experience
• Wage and/or skill level of job offer
• Intent to live, work, and settle in a specific region
• Strategic priorities - factors that address specific labor market needs in B.C. or support government pilot projects and initiatives.

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BC PNP’s Skills Immigration Stream

The British Columbia Skills Immigration is a collection of immigration streams managed under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP).

• BC Skilled Worker
• BC Healthcare Professional
• BC International Graduate
• BC International Post-Graduate
• BC Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Worker

Through the BC PNP Skills Immigration stream, skilled workers and international graduates with skills and experience required to successfully contribute to the BC economy - may be issued an ITA to apply for Canada PR.

It's important to note that the BC PNP is highly competitive, and meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee you will receive a nomination. Therefore, ensuring that your application is as strong as possible is essential by providing all the required documentation and presenting your qualifications and experience in the best possible light.

Source: welcomebc.ca