Latest PNP Draws in Manitoba and Alberta: Are You Eligible to Apply?

This report highlights the latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held by Manitoba and Alberta, showcasing key details, eligibility requirements, and outcomes for candidates seeking immigration opportunities.

Manitoba: Skilled Worker Streams

Draw Date: January 9, 2024
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) initiated two separate draws under its Skilled Worker categories.

1. Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream

• Invitations Issued: 145
• Minimum Score: 838
• Eligibility Highlights:
  • Applicants or their spouses must have completed post-secondary education in Manitoba.

2. Skilled Worker Overseas Stream

• Region-Specific Selection: Winkler area
• Invitations Issued: 52
• Minimum Score: 615

Overall Summary:
A total of 197 Letters of Advice to Apply were distributed, including 52 candidates who provided a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.

Alberta: Alberta Opportunity Stream

Draw Date: December 23, 2024
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted a significant draw under the Alberta Opportunity Stream, inviting candidates who fulfilled stringent eligibility criteria.

Key Highlights:

• Invitations Issued: 588
• Minimum Score: 55

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Work Permit:
   • A valid eligible work permit (excluding Post-Graduation Work Permits) with an expiry date of December 31, 2025, or later.
2. Education:
   • At least a high school diploma equivalent to Canadian standards.
3. Language Proficiency:
   • Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) level 4 or higher.
4. Work Experience:
   • A minimum of 12 months of full-time employment in Alberta.
5. Job Offer:
   • A full-time job offer from an Alberta employer in an eligible occupation.
   • Exclusions: National Occupational Classification (NOC) categories ‘1 - Business, finance, and administration occupations’ and ‘6 - Sales and service occupations.’

These recent updates reflect ongoing opportunities for skilled professionals to obtain provincial nominations and advance their immigration goals in Canada.