PEI PNP Draw: Pathways for Semi-Skilled and Unskilled Foreign Workers

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• July 21, 2023
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The Provincial Nominee Program of Prince Edward Island (PEI PNP) has recently executed a fresh round of Expression of Interest (EOI) invites. This signifies the initial invitation round undertaken by Prince Edward Island PNP in July.

The most recent PEI PNP Draw, which took place on July 20, 2023, resulted in the issuance of Invitation to Apply (ITA) to a collective total of 106 individuals. These individuals were selected under the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur and Labor & Express Entry streams.

Latest PEI PNP Draw Details

• Labor and Express Entry: Issued 97 Invitations*
• Business and Work Permit Entrepreneur: Issued 9 Invitations, the lowest score being 80.

In the July 20, 2023 draw, ITAs were presented to individuals working for a Prince Edward Island Employer under the Critical Worker Stream, requiring a minimum EOI score of 50. Foreign workers with at least two years of applicable experience in Semi-Skilled or Unskilled positions might be eligible for the Critical Worker Stream under the PEI PNP.

Over the prior 12 months, the Prince Edward Island PNP has distributed a total of 2,423 invites to Labor & Express Entry candidates, and 78 invites to Business Work Permit Entrepreneur candidates.

Breakdown of invitations over the last 12 months:

• Labor & Express Entry: 97%
• Business Work Permit Entrepreneur: 3%

Understanding the Prince Edward Island PNP Process

The Provincial Nominee Program of Prince Edward Island presents Skilled Workers and Entrepreneurs with the opportunity to migrate to Prince Edward Island. The PEI PNP operates several immigration pathways, each with its unique prerequisites and criteria.

The Prince Edward Island PNP employs an Expression of Interest (EOI) system to invite potential candidates. This necessitates that interested individuals must initially create an EOI profile within the Prince Edward Island PNP system. The EOI profile incorporates personal details, educational background, employment history, language competency, and other pertinent information.

Upon submission of their EOI profile, candidates receive a score derived from their profile's information. Those with the highest scores are extended an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for provincial nomination.

Regular draws are held by the PEI PNP to invite the highest-scoring candidates to apply for provincial nomination. These draws are typically scheduled monthly, as per the 2023 Prince Edward Island PNP draw calendar.

However, it's essential to understand that meeting the minimum qualifications doesn't guarantee receipt of an invitation to apply for a provincial nomination. Invitations are extended by the Prince Edward Island PNP solely to candidates who align with the program's labor market and economic development objectives.