British Columbia Issues 28 ITAs in Third PNP Draw of November

British Columbia held its third Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of November, inviting 28 candidates under the Skills Immigration category. This draw targeted key professional streams with minimum CRS scores ranging from 80 to 143, depending on the occupation.

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Details of the Draw

Date: November 13, 2024

Streams and Minimum Scores:

• Skilled Worker (General): CRS 143 | 10 invitations
• Skilled Worker – EEBC option: CRS 143
• International Graduate: CRS 143
• International Graduate – EEBC option: CRS 143
• Entry Level & Semi-Skilled: CRS 121
• Childcare: CRS 102 | 5 invitations
• Construction: CRS 105 | 4 invitations
• Healthcare: CRS 113 | 5 invitations
• Veterinary Care: CRS 80 | <5 invitations

British Columbia PNP’s Role in Workforce Development

B.C.’s PNP continues to play an essential role in meeting provincial labor demands, focusing on critical sectors such as healthcare, construction, and childcare. This program creates a streamlined pathway for skilled workers to gain Canadian permanent residency, fostering both economic growth and workforce sustainability in the province.

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