Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Invites 623 Candidates for PR

In the most recent Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw of the year, which took place on August 24, 2023, a total of 623 applicants were extended invitations for permanent residency (PR) across all categories of the PNP. Among the invitees, 178 candidates possessed both a valid Express Entry profile and a job seeker validation code, showcasing the program’s diverse and comprehensive approach. Below, we delve into further specifics of this draw:

Draw Details for Skilled Workers in Manitoba – Occupation Targeted Draw:

• Invitations Issued: 256
• Minimum Required Score: 612 This particular MPNP draw focused on specific occupational profiles aligned with the region’s high-demand employment needs, in accordance with data published by Statistics Canada. The MPNP targeted profiles falling within the following classifications of the National Occupational Classification (NOC):
  • NOC 73: General trades
  • NOC 74: Mail and message distribution, other transport equipment operators, and related maintenance workers
  • NOC 75: Helpers and labourers and other transport drivers, operators, and labourers

Draw Details for Skilled Workers in Manitoba – All Occupations: MPNP considered profiles encompassing all occupations that were not selected in the targeted draw mentioned above.

• Invitations Issued: 250
• Minimum Required Score: 646

International Education Stream: The draw extended 63 invitations to international students who had graduated from designated Manitoba colleges or universities under the International Education Stream.

Skilled Worker Overseas: Profiles of candidates who declared direct invitations by the MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative were acknowledged.

• Invitations Issued: 54
• Minimum Required Score: 724

Upcoming Manitoba-MPNP Draw in 2023

Manitoba-MPNP draws typically occur bi-weekly, with the next draw projected to be announced on September 7, 2023. Aspiring applicants and potential nominees can anticipate the upcoming draw, where more opportunities for immigration and permanent residency will be presented.