After remaining inactive for several weeks, British Columbia has reactivated its Skills Immigration pathway, issuing a new set of invitations aimed at candidates who align closely with the province’s labour market and economic priorities.
The latest selection round took place on December 10, 2025, under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). This marked the province’s return to Skills Immigration draws after a noticeable pause since early October.
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Limited Draw Activity in 2025 Continues
With this invitation round, British Columbia has now conducted only three Skills Immigration draws in the entire year, highlighting a cautious and highly selective nomination strategy. Provincial officials have emphasised quality over volume, focusing on candidates expected to deliver measurable economic value.
The December draw reflects this approach, prioritising applicants with strong earning potential or competitive scores within the provincial system.
Number of Invitations Issued
A total of 410 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through two distinct selection methods:
| Draw Date | Selection Method | Eligibility Threshold | ITAs Issued |
| December 10, 2025 | High-income skilled employment | Minimum wage of $87 per hour (approximately $170,000 annually) with a skilled job offer under NOC TEER 0–3 | 96 |
| December 10, 2025 | Score-based selection | Minimum score of 138 | 314 |
Most invitations were allocated to candidates ranked higher under the BC PNP scoring framework, reinforcing the importance of a strong overall profile.
How Candidates Were Chosen
Applicants were considered based on either:
- Their ranking score within the Skills Immigration Registration System, or
- Their ability to demonstrate exceptionally high earnings through a skilled job offer in British Columbia
The high-wage pathway remains one of the most selective streams, targeting individuals whose income level suggests an immediate and substantial contribution to the provincial economy.
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Current Size of the BC PNP Skills Immigration Pool
As of December 2, 2025, the Skills Immigration pool contained 11,083 registered candidates. Data released by the province shows a large concentration of applicants in the lower-to-mid score ranges.
| Score Band | Registered Candidates | Approximate Percentile |
| 150 and above | 41 | Top 0.4% |
| 140–149 | 179 | Top 2% |
| 130–139 | 804 | Top 9% |
| 120–129 | 1,161 | Top 20% |
| 110–119 | 1,573 | Mid-range |
| 100–109 | 2,085 | Mid-range |
| 90–99 | 2,029 | Below median |
| 80–89 | 1,479 | Lower range |
| 70–79 | 984 | Low range |
| 60–69 | 465 | Very low |
| Below 60 | 283 | Bottom tier |
| Total | 11,083 |
Roughly half of all candidates currently hold scores of 100 or below, making selection increasingly competitive for those outside the top tiers.
What “Economic Impact” Means Under BC PNP
British Columbia’s Skills Immigration program is designed to respond directly to workforce gaps and strategic priorities. When issuing invitations, the province may weigh a combination of factors, including:
- Education level and field relevance
- Language proficiency
- Occupation and labour market demand
- Depth and relevance of work experience
- Wage level attached to the job offer
- Skill classification of employment
- Regional settlement intentions
- Alignment with provincial economic strategies
The BC PNP has also clarified that it reserves the right to modify selection criteria at any time, and future draws may target different attributes without prior announcement.
Eligibility Timing Remains Critical
Only candidate registrations submitted before the draw date were considered in this selection round. Profiles created or updated after December 10 were excluded, underlining the importance of maintaining an active and timely registration.
What This Signals for Future Applicants
British Columbia’s restrained draw schedule and high cut-off scores suggest that upcoming invitations will continue to favour top-performing profiles. Candidates with strong wages, in-demand occupations, and higher scores stand the best chance of success as the province manages its nomination limits.
While no date has been confirmed for the next draw, trends indicate that Skills Immigration invitations in British Columbia will remain targeted, data-driven, and economically focused.
