The Canadian province of Manitoba conducted its latest immigration draw under its PNP – he Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) on March 10, 2022.
A total of 120 candidates across three immigration streams of MPNP – Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas and International Education Stream received invitations, , also known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to apply for provincial nomination for Canadian Permanent Residency in this draw.
Distribution of Invitations
| Stream | Invitations/LAAs Issued | Minimum Expression of Interest (EOI) score |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Workers in Manitoba | 50 | 781 |
| Skilled Workers Overseas | 34 | 718 |
| International Education Stream | 36 | No EOI score requirement |
Out of total LAAs issued, 33 went to immigration candidates with valid profiles in Federal Express Entry system.
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) allows the province to nominate foreign workers and international graduates of its post-secondary institutions for Canadian permanent residence through its three popular immigration streams – Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas, and International Education stream.
In order to qualify to apply under MPNP, immigration candidates need to score at least 60 points according to the MPNP’s assessment criteria. They also need a connection to Manitoba such as a close relative or a family member, who is a permanent resident of Canada; previous employment or studies in the province.
Process
Immigration through the MPNP for Skilled Workers in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas is a three-step process:
STEP 1 – Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
STEP 2- The highest-scoring qualified candidates with a connection to Manitoba are invited to submit an MPNP application
STEP 3 – Following a thorough assessment, the MPNP nominates successful candidates to make a separate application to IRCC for permanent resident visas for you and your family.
If invited Express Entry candidates successfully receive a nomination from MPNP, they will automatically get 600 points added to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
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