British Columbia held a PNP draw on October 30, 2024, inviting 83 individuals to apply for permanent residency.
On October 30, 2024, British Columbia held its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting around 83 candidates to apply for permanent residency. These invitations were sent in both general and targeted draws, focusing on specific job categories in high demand across the province.
In the general draw, 31 invitations were issued to candidates applying under the skilled worker and international graduate streams, including those in the Express Entry BC (EEBC) options. This round saw a cutoff score of 134, which was 7 points higher than the previous draw, indicating an increase in competition among applicants.
The targeted draws aimed at addressing key sectors. One of these sectors was childcare, with 20 invitations extended to individuals with experience as early childhood educators or assistants (classified under NOC 42202). These candidates had to meet a lower minimum score of 90 to qualify for this category.
Another focus of the draw was healthcare. A total of 12 invitations were sent to candidates with experience in 39 healthcare-related occupations. The minimum score required for this category was set at 104. This effort highlights the province’s ongoing push to fill essential roles in the healthcare sector, which is consistently in need of skilled workers.
In addition, 20 invitations were sent to applicants with experience in 25 construction-related occupations, which are part of British Columbia’s new category-based draw introduced in 2023. The minimum score for this group was 96. This targeted approach is designed to support the province’s growing construction industry, which requires a steady influx of skilled professionals to meet the demand for infrastructure and housing development.
While these draws show the province’s focus on filling critical labour gaps, British Columbia’s PNP also maintains flexibility by issuing invitations to a range of occupations in both general and targeted rounds. The PNP program continues to be an essential pathway for skilled workers and professionals looking to settle in the province and contribute to its economy.
Looking ahead, the next BC PNP draw is expected to take place around November 5, 2024. This upcoming round is likely to target early childhood educators, candidates in 35 tech-related occupations, 25 construction-related roles, and those in 39 healthcare occupations. These draws typically occur on a weekly basis, either on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, with general draws alternating with targeted draws for key industries such as technology and healthcare.
British Columbia’s regular PNP draws reflect the province’s commitment to addressing labour shortages by attracting qualified individuals through strategic immigration initiatives. The program remains a crucial tool in helping the province maintain a robust workforce while offering skilled immigrants a clear pathway to permanent residency.
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