This week, two Canadian provinces, British Columbia (BC) and Prince Edward Island (PEI), invited skilled immigrants to apply for permanent residence through their PNP Program in Canada.
PNP Canada immigration is a popular pathway used by most Canadian provinces (except Nunavut and Quebec) to address labor shortages and attract skilled workers. Each province selects candidates based on their skills and how they can benefit the local economy.
Quebec, the only French-speaking province, has a separate agreement with the federal government (IRCC) regarding immigration, so it doesn’t have its own PNP.
What Were The Provincial Immigration Results: April 13 – April 19?
British Columbia
British Columbia held a series of provincial immigration selection rounds on April 16, 2024. The first Canada PNP draw focused on general immigration, with invitations going to five categories:
- Skilled Worker
- International Graduate (both with and without the Express Entry option)
- Entry Level & Semi-Skilled.
The minimum score for most categories was 132, except for Entry Level & Semi-Skilled which had a lower requirement of 107.
There were also four additional draws targeting specific occupations within the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams (including Express Entry). These draws focused on:
- Childcare
- Construction
- Healthcare
- Veterinary care
The number of invitations for each category varied, with childcare and healthcare receiving the most (12 and 18 invitations respectively), followed by construction (10 invitations), and veterinary care receiving a smaller number (less than 5 invitations).
The minimum score required also differed based on the occupation, ranging from 80 for veterinary care to 97 for construction.
Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island (PEI) held a draw for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) on April 18th. In this draw, they invited 82 skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination. These invitations specifically targeted individuals with experience in healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and traditional industries.
Key Points
- BC and PEI issued PNP nominations this week for skilled immigrants seeking permanent residence for the PNP Program in Canada.
- PNPs are used by most Canadian provinces (except Nunavut and Quebec) to attract skilled workers and address labor shortages.
- BC conducted immigration rounds on April 16, 2024, inviting candidates across categories like Skilled Worker and International Graduate with varying minimum score requirements.
- BC also held draws targeting specific occupations like Childcare and Healthcare, with different invitation numbers and score requirements.
- The PNP Program in Canada invited 82 skilled workers on April 18th, focusing on healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and traditional industries for provincial nomination.
FAQs
How long does it take to get PEI PNP nomination?
It usually takes about 6 to 8 months to finish going through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program.
What is the minimum score for PEI PNP Express Entry?
If you’ve got 67 points, you can apply for Canadian PR through the Express Entry System. Once your application is accepted in the Express Entry pool, you’ll get an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
Is Prince Edward Island PNP easy?
The PEI PNP stands out as one of the easiest PNPs to apply for. Its Express Entry system processes visas in as little as six months, making it one of the most straightforward programs to navigate. Moreover, many PEI PNP streams have simpler eligibility criteria compared to other Canadian PNPs.
