The latest British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Skills Immigration draw where 163 invitations were issued to candidates from various streams. Here’s a breakdown of the specific details of the draw:

1. Streams Targeted:

• Skilled Workers and International Graduates (including those under the Express Entry BC option) were targeted.
• Categories of workers invited included Childcare, Construction, Healthcare, Tech, and Veterinary Care professionals.

2. Minimum Score Requirements:

• Childcare workers: A minimum score of 83 was required, and 40 invitations were issued.
• Construction workers: The required score was 88, with 31 invitations extended.
• Healthcare professionals: A minimum score of 99 was necessary, resulting in 18 invitations.
• Tech professionals: This category had the highest score requirement at 118, and 69 invitations were issued.
• Veterinary care: Candidates in this field needed a score of 80, with fewer than 5 invitations being distributed.

3. Purpose of the Draw:

These draws are part of British Columbia’s ongoing strategy to address labor shortages in critical sectors like healthcare, childcare, technology, and skilled trades. Each draw targets individuals with the specific skills needed to support the province’s economy.

4. Next Steps for Invited Candidates:

Invited candidates have 30 days to submit their full application for provincial nomination. Once a candidate is nominated by British Columbia, their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence through Canada’s federal Express Entry system significantly increase​