ugust 15, 2023 – The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has once again demonstrated its commitment to bringing skilled professionals from various fields into the province. This month, the BC PNP has issued targeted invitations to applicants from fields of technology, healthcare, and childcare, among other priority sectors. Those interested can check the Invitations to Apply page for detailed scores and invitation data. For a comprehensive understanding of the invitation and application mechanisms, refer to the Skills Immigration Program Guide.
Snapshot of the Recent Invitations:
| Date | Invitations Issued | Stream | Minimum Score | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2023 | 107 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 88 | Targeted draw: Tech |
| 27 | 60 | Targeted draw: Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | ||
| 19 | 60 | Targeted draw: Healthcare | ||
| <5 | 60 | Targeted draw: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) | ||
| August 9, 2023 | 139 | Skilled Worker | 107 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| 34 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Targeted draw: Childcare (NOC 42202) | |
| 22 | 60 | Targeted draw: Healthcare | ||
| August 1, 2023 | 132 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 88 | Targeted draw: Tech |
| 39 | 60 | Targeted draw: Childcare (NOC 42202) | ||
| 23 | 60 | Targeted draw: Healthcare | ||
| <5 | 60 | Targeted draw: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) |
Factors Influencing the Targeted Invitations: While general invitations consider various elements of an applicant’s profile, targeted invitations are issued based on specific determinants. These include an applicant’s education, their professional qualifications in BC, language proficiency, job type, work experience, and other factors that align with BC’s labor market requirements and government initiatives.
For those who believe they fit the criteria and want to know if they’ve received an invitation, it is advisable to log into their BCPNP Online profile for clarity.
With BC’s evolving labor market and the province’s strategic alignment with the national immigration priorities, applicants in these sectors can expect more such opportunities in the future. It is evident that BC is steadfast in its endeavor to strengthen its workforce by inviting skilled professionals from diverse sectors.
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