BC PNP Issues 344 ITAs in June 2026 — Skills Immigration Draw

30 British Columbia's Provincial Nominee Program issued fresh invitations to apply on June 2, 2026, targeting skilled workers in high-demand sectors. The draw invited 639 candidates across healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care streams. The BC PNP continues prioritizing workers who can fill critical labour shortages. Early childhood educators needed a minimum score of 111 points. Healthcare workers required 100 points for the latest draw. Construction trades workers needed 101 points to receive an invitation. These draws reflect BC's ongoing efforts to address workforce gaps in essential sectors. The province maintains separate streams for entrepreneurs, with the Base category requiring 117 points and fewer than five Regional category invitations issued.

June 2 Draw Results by Sector

The most recent BC PNP draw on June 2, 2026, issued invitations across four priority sectors. Childcare workers saw 91 invitations with early childhood educators requiring 111 points. This represents the largest group of childcare invitations in recent draws. Healthcare occupations received 117 invitations at a 100-point threshold. All priority health care occupations were eligible, continuing BC's focus on addressing healthcare worker shortages. The relatively low score requirement indicates strong demand across nursing, medical technician, and allied health roles. Construction trades attracted 128 invitations with a 101-point minimum. All priority construction occupations qualified, including workers with apprenticeships registered through SkilledTradesBC. This broad eligibility reflects BC's infrastructure development needs and housing construction demands. Veterinary care represents the smallest category with just 6 invitations issued. Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians required valid professional designation and scored 92 points minimum. The limited number suggests this sector has more specific qualification requirements than other streams. The scoring system considers factors like education level, work experience, job offer wages, and regional location. Candidates in rural areas or smaller communities often receive additional points, explaining varying thresholds across similar occupations.

High Economic Impact Stream Trends

BC's High Economic Impact stream targets highly skilled workers earning substantial wages. The May 14, 2026 draw issued 437 invitations using two selection criteria. Candidates needed either a minimum wage of $59 per hour with $120,000 annual salary, or scored 135 points through the regular system. This dual-pathway approach allows BC to capture both high-earning workers and those with exceptional qualifications. The wage threshold dropped from previous draws that required $62 per hour, suggesting BC expanded eligibility to attract more candidates. Earlier draws in 2026 showed fluctuating wage requirements. April 22 required $62 per hour and $125,000 annually for 252 candidates, while 232 others qualified with 138 points. February draws maintained similar wage levels but with different point thresholds. The February 4 draw set the highest wage bar at $70 per hour and $145,000 annually for 206 candidates. Another 223 qualified with 138 points. These varying thresholds indicate BC adjusts selection criteria based on labour market conditions and candidate pool quality. High Economic Impact candidates typically work in management, professional services, technology, and specialized trades. The stream recognizes that attracting high-earning workers generates broader economic benefits through increased tax revenue and local spending.

Registration Pool Distribution

As of June 2, 2026, the BC PNP Skills Immigration pool contains 9,902 registered candidates. The score distribution reveals most candidates cluster in the 100-129 point range, representing over 4,600 registrations. The highest scoring candidates remain rare, with only 6 candidates scoring 150 points or above. Another 44 candidates scored between 140-149 points. This elite group likely includes candidates with advanced degrees, extensive work experience, and high-paying job offers. The largest concentration sits between 120-129 points with 1,128 candidates, followed closely by the 110-119 range containing 1,532 registrations. These mid-range scores represent typical skilled workers with relevant experience and education but without exceptional qualifications. Lower-scoring candidates from 60-109 points make up nearly half the pool with 4,683 registrations. The 100-109 range alone contains 2,039 candidates, while 90-99 points includes 1,829 registrations. These candidates often need job offers in priority sectors to receive invitations. The bottom tier includes 1,506 candidates scoring below 90 points. Only 221 candidates scored below 60 points, suggesting most registrants meet basic qualification thresholds. However, candidates in this range typically require job offers in high-demand sectors or work in rural regions to qualify. This distribution explains why priority sector draws target specific occupations rather than using general point thresholds. BC can invite candidates who might score lower overall but possess skills in critical shortage areas.

Entrepreneur Immigration Updates

BC's Entrepreneur Immigration stream issued limited invitations throughout 2026. The June 2 draw invited 15 Base category candidates requiring 117 points, while fewer than 5 Regional category candidates received invitations at the same threshold. The Base category targets entrepreneurs planning to establish or purchase businesses in major BC centers like Vancouver, Victoria, and surrounding areas. These candidates must demonstrate significant business experience, investment capital, and viable business plans generating local employment. Regional category candidates commit to establishing businesses outside major metropolitan areas. The June draw required 117 points for Regional candidates, matching Base requirements. However, previous draws showed higher Regional thresholds, including 129 points in March 2026. Earlier 2026 draws revealed fluctuating selection patterns. May 5 saw 8 Base invitations at 115 points with fewer than 5 Regional invitations. April 14 invited 14 Base candidates at 115 points with no Regional invitations issued. The limited invitation numbers reflect BC's careful entrepreneur selection process. Each candidate undergoes detailed business plan review, financial verification, and assessment of economic benefit potential. The province prioritizes quality over quantity in entrepreneur selection. Entrepreneur candidates score points through factors including business experience, investment amount, education level, age, and language ability. Regional candidates receive additional points for committing to communities outside Vancouver's Census Metropolitan Area.

✅ Application Process After Receiving ITA

Candidates receiving invitations to apply must log into their BC PNP Online User Profile to confirm their invitation status. The system displays invitation details including application deadline and required documents.

1. Confirm eligibility: Review invitation details and ensure you still meet all program requirements including job offer validity and employer compliance.
2. Gather required documents: Collect education credentials, work experience letters, language test results, and employer-specific documentation within 30 days.
3. Complete application online: Submit your full BC PNP application through the online portal with all supporting documents and required fees.
4. Pay application fee: Submit the $700 CAD processing fee for Skills Immigration or $3,500 CAD for Entrepreneur Immigration applications.
5. Monitor application status: Check your online profile regularly for updates and respond promptly to any requests for additional information.
6. Receive nomination: If approved, use your provincial nomination to apply for permanent residence through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Successful applicants receive a provincial nomination certificate valid for six months. This document provides 600 additional points in the federal Express Entry system, virtually guaranteeing an invitation to apply for permanent residence. Entrepreneur nominees follow a different federal application process outside Express Entry.

Sources: Government of BC PNP (welcomebc.ca), Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (canada.ca). Last verified: June 3, 2026. This article is general information, not legal advice, consult IRCC or a qualified immigration lawyer for guidance on your specific situation.

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