Breaking: Manitoba & PEI Open Doors for Skilled Workers & Graduates!

Both Manitoba and Prince Edward Island have issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These latest draws continue to support candidates with strong qualifications and ties to the provinces, helping to strengthen local economies and communities.

On February 20, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted two separate draws under different streams, selecting candidates based on their qualifications and direct invitations.

International Education Stream

• Invitations Issued: 19

  
  

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must hold a master's degree or higher.

  • Must declare a Manitoba supporter who:

    
    

    • Is a close relative.

    • Holds Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

    • Has resided in Manitoba for at least one year.

Skilled Worker Overseas Stream

• Invitations Issued: 22

• Minimum Score Required: 711

• Selection Criteria: Candidates must have received a direct invitation through a strategic recruitment initiative.

Total Invitations Issued: 41

• Among them, seven candidates had valid Express Entry profile numbers and job seeker validation codes.

On February 20, Prince Edward Island held a new PNP draw targeting candidates in key labor sectors and Express Entry pathways.

Labour Impact and Express Entry Streams

• Invitations Issued: 87

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidates must have been living and working in PEI for at least one year.

  • International graduates from specific institutions were given priority, including:

    • University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)

    • Holland College

    • Collège de l’Île

These latest draws highlight the commitment of Manitoba and Prince Edward Island to attracting skilled workers, international graduates, and professionals who contribute to local economic development. Candidates meeting the required criteria continue to receive opportunities for provincial nomination, leading to permanent residency in Canada.