BC PNP Issues 487 ITAs in June 2026 Skills Draw

The BC Provincial Nominee Program issued its latest round of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on June 18, 2026. This draw covered Skills Immigration candidates in the BC PNP registration pool, targeting workers in high-impact technology roles, childcare, and priority health care occupations.

A total of 487 invitations went out across four streams in this single draw. If you registered with the BC PNP, log into your BC PNP Online User Profile to check whether you received an ITA. Invitations do not arrive by email alone, so checking your profile directly is the only reliable way to confirm.

What the Innovate Stream Invitations Mean

The Innovate: High Economic Impact stream issued two separate groups of invitations in this draw. The first group of 130 invitations went to candidates who meet a wage threshold rather than a points score. To qualify under this pathway, you need a job offer paying at least $62 per hour and at least $125,000 per year. Your occupation must also fall under NOC skill level 0, 1, 2, or 3. Because the selection is based on wage criteria alone, no minimum points score applies to this group.

The second group under Innovate: High Economic Impact used a points-based selection. BC PNP issued 149 invitations here, with a minimum score of 136. Points in the BC PNP registration system reflect factors like your job offer, wage, education, language ability, and ties to British Columbia. If your registration score is close to 136 but you did not receive an invitation this round, it is worth updating your profile with any new information that could raise your score before the next draw.

Together, these two Innovate groups account for 279 of the 487 total invitations issued on June 18. The stream targets workers in high-value technology and innovation roles that British Columbia has identified as priorities for its economy. Candidates working in software development, engineering, data science, and related NOC 0-3 occupations are the main target group for this stream.

Care Stream: Childcare and Health Workers

The Care: Childcare stream issued 91 invitations in this draw, specifically targeting early childhood educators. The minimum score to receive an invitation was 111. British Columbia has consistently prioritized licensed early childhood educators in recent draws because of a well-documented shortage of qualified childcare workers across the province. If you work as an early childhood educator and hold a valid BC ECE certificate or are in the process of obtaining one, registering with the BC PNP is a direct path toward provincial nomination.

The Care: Health stream issued 117 invitations, with a minimum score of 100. This stream covers all priority health care occupations as defined by the BC PNP. The minimum score of 100 is lower than the childcare cut-off, which may reflect a broader pool of candidates or a deliberate effort to attract more health workers. Priority health care occupations typically include nurses, licensed practical nurses, medical laboratory technologists, and other regulated health professions, though you should check the BC PNP website directly for the current official list.

Together, Care stream invitations totalled 208 in this draw. Health care and childcare workers have seen consistent invitation rounds over the past year, and BC continues to treat these sectors as long-term labour market priorities. If your score is near the cut-off in either category, updating your language test scores or confirming your employment details in your profile can make a difference before the next round.

How BC PNP Invitations Work

The BC PNP runs periodic draws rather than a continuous intake. Candidates register their profile in the Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS) and receive a score. When BC PNP runs a draw, it selects the highest-scoring candidates who meet the stream criteria and sends them an ITA. Receiving an ITA gives you a set window to submit a full application to the BC PNP. You do not apply directly to IRCC at this stage. Only after BC PNP nominates you do you then apply to IRCC for permanent residence.

Your registration score can change over time. If your score did not reach the minimum cut-off in this draw, do not abandon your registration. Scores can improve if you get a new job offer, improve your language results, or complete additional education. The BC PNP also changes its minimum score thresholds from draw to draw depending on the number of candidates in the pool and provincial labour market conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

I did not get an ITA this round. Can I still be selected in a future draw?
Yes. Your registration stays active as long as it is valid and up to date. BC PNP runs draws periodically, so you remain in the pool for future rounds. Update your profile if anything changes in your job, wage, or qualifications.

What is the difference between the wage pathway and the points pathway in the Innovate stream?
The wage pathway selected 130 candidates based on meeting specific wage thresholds ($62/hour and $125,000/year) and NOC skill level, with no minimum points score required. The points pathway selected 149 candidates with a minimum score of 136, regardless of a specific wage floor.

I work in health care but am not sure if my occupation is on the priority list. What should I do?
Check the BC PNP official website for the current list of priority health care occupations. The list is updated periodically and your NOC code must match the occupations BC has designated for the Care: Health stream.

Does receiving an ITA guarantee permanent residence?
No. An ITA is an invitation to submit a full provincial application. BC PNP reviews your application and, if approved, issues a nomination certificate. You then apply separately to IRCC for permanent residence. Each step has its own processing time and requirements.

Sources: Government of Canada (canada.ca), IRCC Help Centre. Last verified: June 22, 2026. This article is general information, not legal advice. Consult IRCC or a qualified legal aid service for guidance on your specific situation.