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The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) recently carried out a draw on the 17th of October, 2023. In this most recent round of invitations, they issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to skilled workers and international graduates who fall under the BC PNP's Skilled Immigration category.
The latest draw held by the BC PNP on October 17, 2023 resulted in the issuance of a total of 157 ITAs. These invitations were given to candidates having professional experience in the field of technology, Childcare, Healthcare, and other high-priority occupations. It is worth noting that invited candidates are required to meet a minimum CRS score of 60 to qualify.
Highlights of BC PNP Draw: October 17, 2023
General Draw (includes Tech occupations)
- • Total number of invitations: 104
- • Streams invited: Skilled Worker, Skilled Worker - EEBC option, International Graduate, International Graduate - EEBC option, Entry Level and Semi-Skilled
- • Minimum score: 91-113
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)
- • Total number of invitations: 31
- • Streams invited: Skilled Worker, International Graduate (including EEBC option)
- • Minimum score: 60
Healthcare
- • Total number of invitations: 17
- • Streams invited: Skilled Worker, International Graduate (including EEBC option)
- • Minimum score: 60
Other Priority Occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104)
- • Total number of invitations: <5
- • Streams invited: Skilled Worker, International Graduate (including EEBC option)
- • Minimum score: 60
This is the third time in October that the BC PNP held the invitation round for the skilled immigration category. The last draw took place on October 11, 2023.
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) enables the province to support candidates who have the skills and experience needed to strengthen the economy and enrich communities within British Columbia.
It is important to acknowledge that securing a position within the BC PNP can be quite competitive. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee enrollment. Therefore, it becomes imperative to strengthen your application by including all the required documents and effectively showcasing your skills and experience.
What is the date for the upcoming British Columbia PNP Draw in 2023?
The upcoming British Columbia PNP draw may take place in October 2023 on October 25th.
BC PNP Draws occur reliably each week on either Tuesday or Wednesday, switching between broad categories and those specifically aimed at tech, healthcare and childcare sectors.
