First BC PNP draw of the month invites 77 candidates for PR

Surya Rathee
[Published 04 Jul, 2024 | 05:07 AM]
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The province of British Columbia has conducted a new invitation round for Skills Immigration candidates. This was the first British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) draw conducted in July. Last month, BC invited a total of 277 candidates to apply for PR across four Skills Immigration draws.

BC PNP Latest Draw - Results

The BC PNP latest draw was held on July 03, 2024. A total of 77 candidates with work experience in in-demand occupations were invited. Invited candidates required a minimum score of 80 to be eligible for an invitation.

If you’ve been invited

If you were invited in this BC PNP latest draw, you will have 30 days to submit a complete application for permanent residency (PR) - along with the supporting documents.

If you did not get invited

If you did not receive an invitation in this draw, your profile will remain active in the pool of candidates. You may receive an invitation in the next BC PNP draw. The province conducts 4-5 BC PNP draws every month - usually on Wednesdays. The next BC PNP draw is expected to be conducted on July 10, 2024. 

BC PNP Skills Immigration Draws - Selection Criteria

Invitations to apply in a Skills Immigration draw are based on one or more of the following selection factors:

• Education - level and field of education and where it was completed.
• Eligible professional designations in B.C.
• Language skills.
• Occupation.
• Duration and skill level of work experience.
• Wage and/or skill level of job offer.
• Intent to live, work and settle in a specific region.
• Strategic priorities - factors that address specific labour market needs in B.C. or support government pilot projects and initiatives.

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How to apply?

Managed under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), Skills Immigration draws were established to target foreign skilled workers and graduates - that can help support & sustain BC’s labour market needs and economy.

Before you start the process, carefully review the information about the Skills Immigration streams - to find the one that best matches your situation. There are currently five streams.

• Skilled Worker
• Health Authority
• Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS)
• International Graduate
• International Post-Graduate

Once confirmed, you'll need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) online, providing accurate details about your education, work experience, and language skills. If your EOI is selected, you'll receive an invitation to apply for nomination from BC PNP. With a nomination, you can continue applying for permanent residency.

Currently, 80% of applications under the BC PNP are processed within 12-15 months.

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Source: welcomebc.ca