The British Columbia’s PNP draw took place on 12 March, 2024. The PNP draw issued a total number of 191 immigration invitations to apply under the Skilled worker and International Graduates category which also includes the EEBC options. 

The number of invitations in occupation types such as childcare, construction, healthcare, tech and veterinary were 54, 30, 38, 65 and less than 5 respectively. 

The range of CRS score for these categories is between 75- 113.

 If you have been invited in this latest BC PNP draw, you will now have 30 days to submit a complete application at the online portal of British Columbia PNP. The candidate would also need to submit the documents along with the application.

Summary of British Columbia PNP Latest Draw -

Skilled Immigration Streams - An Overview  

• Skilled Worker (EEBC option)-  International skilled workers with post-secondary education or training and experience in professional, management, technical, trade, or other skilled occupations are given priority in this stream. Candidate’s occupation must fall under the National Occupation Classification. 
• The International Graduate (EEBC option)- Candidates enrolling under this stream must have a full-time permanent job offer in a skilled occupation from a British Columbia company. A degree, diploma, or certificate from an approved post-secondary institution in Canada is a requirement of this stream. 

Types Of Draw Under BC PNP 

• Childcare - In this type, early childhood educators and assistants are targeted. 
• Construction - To be eligible for this type, the candidate must have a full-time job in the construction industry and have a trade certificate issued by Skilled Trades BC.   
• Healthcare - This type targets the nurse practitioners, physicians and other provincial health occupations. 
• Tech - The following are the requirements of this draw type :- 

1. the job offer must be in one of the technology occupations
2. the job offer must be of at least one year in duration 
3. there must be at least 120 calendar days remaining on the job offer at the time of application

• Veterinary - Candidates belonging to occupations like veterinarians, animal health technologies get the benefit from this type. 

Factors influencing Invitation to Skilled Worker Stream 

There are various factors to apply for an invitation to the different streams, and each has different eligibility criteria.

• Education
• Professional designation in British Columbia
• Language Skills
• Occupations
• Work Experience
• Skill level of job offer
• Intent to live or settle in any specific region
• Strategic Priorities 

To know more information regarding the British Columbia draws, follow this page and stay updated.