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The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) recently held its second skilled immigration draw of the month, focusing on individuals with work experience in tech, Childcare, Healthcare, and Other Priority Occupations.
On October 11, 2023, another BC PNP draw was revealed where invitations were given to 185 candidates, with the required scores being between 60 and 90.
Invitations to Apply (ITAs) are sent by British Columbia to suitable candidates on a regular basis, usually on a weekly cycle, although there are occasional deviations. The ongoing needs of the BC PNP and the current status of application inventory are important factors that influence the timing, magnitude and scheduling of upcoming British Columbia PNP draws.
Highlights of BC PNP Draw: October 11, 2023
Invites were dispatched to Skilled Workers and International Graduates (including the EEBC option) in the categories listed below:
Category 1: Tech occupations
• Total no. of invitations: 118
• Minimum score required 90
Category 2: Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)
• Total no. of invitations: 45
• Minimum score required: 60
Category 3: Healthcare
• Total no. of invitations: 17
• Minimum score required: 60
Category 4: Other Priority Occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104)
• Total no. of invitations: <5
• Minimum score required: 60
Invitations to participate in skilled immigration streams may be determined by one or several of the following criteria:
- • Language skills
- • Wage and/or skill level of job offer
- • Occupation
- • Duration and skill level of work experience
- • Education – level and field of education and where it was completed
- • Eligible professional designations in B.C.
- • 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
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?
Anticipation are set for the ensuing BC PNP Draw to unfurl on October 17, 2023. This event will encompass a general draw and a specialized draw for professionals in 39 Healthcare occupations, Early Childhood Educators, and other priority occupations, identified by NOCs 31103 and 32104.
BC PNP Draws occur reliably each week on either Tuesday or Wednesday, switching between broad categories and those specifically aimed at tech and healthcare sectors.
