Manitoba has released its latest immigration draw details, issuing 348 Letters of Advice to Apply to Canada immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program.
The June 30 draw saw LAAs issued through three MPNP streams.
Of the 348 Letters of Advice to Apply issued in this draw, 59 were issued to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry ID and job seeker validation code. This was the 149th draw in the history of the MPNP.
Skilled Worker in Manitoba (SWM) is designed to meet the specific needs of Manitoba employers. The SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for permanent residency in Canada. Candidates with a strong connection to Manitoba are given priority under this stream, which offers two pathways for immigration to Manitoba.
a) Manitoba Work Experience Pathway
Candidates currently working in Manitoba on temporary work permits, through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, or as international graduates from any province. It is not necessary for candidates to work in an in-demand occupation.
b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway
For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers
Both a dedicated Express Entry pathway and a direct provincial pathway are included within the Skilled Workers Overseas Stream (SWO).
This program is aimed at international workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s high-demand occupations. Candidates with close family connections and those with language proficiency, training and experience are given preference.
Students who graduated from Manitoba’s colleges and universities are eligible to apply to the International Education Stream (IES). Candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before applying for an MPNP nomination under IES. It has three pathways: