In a noteworthy development, British Columbia carried out its first draw of March 2024, granting 159 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Skills Immigration Stream. The draw covered diverse streams, each with specific minimum scores.
Also Read British Columbia Holds Successful Skills Immigration Draw, Issuing 159 ITAs
Key Draw Details:
• Total ITAs: 159
• CRS Score Range: 70 to 126
Detailed Results – March 5, 2024:
• General Draw:
• Skilled Worker
• Minimum Score: 126
• Invitations: 54
• Skilled Worker – EEBC Option
• Minimum Score: 126
• International Graduate
• Minimum Score: 126
• International Graduate – EEBC Option
• Minimum Score: 126
• Entry Level and Semi-Skilled:
• Minimum Score: 99
• Childcare:
• Stream: Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)
• Minimum Score: 70
• Invitations: 32
• Construction:
• Minimum Score: 80
• Invitations: 30
• Healthcare:
• Minimum Score: 70
• Invitations: 39
• Veterinary Care:
• Minimum Score: 70
• Invitations: Less than 5
Also Read
- Ontario Resumes PNP Invitations with New Employer-Focused System Set to Launch
- Manitoba Targets Skilled Overseas Talent in Latest PNP Draw
- Ontario Overhauls Employer Job Offer Immigration Streams: What Applicants and Employers Need to Know
- IRCC Conducts Large-Scale Express Entry Draw, Issuing 3,000 CEC Invitations
- New Pathway for International Medical Graduates: PEI and McMaster Launch Targeted Fellowship Program
- IRCC Issues New Express Entry Invitations for PNP Candidates on June 10
- Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 405 Invitations in Latest Provincial Immigration Draw
- Alberta Holds Targeted PNP Draw for Health Care Workers Under Express Entry-Aligned Pathway
- New Legislation Could Restore Canadian Citizenship to Thousands Affected by Outdated Law
The draw targeted skilled individuals in sectors like healthcare, construction, and childcare, reflecting the province’s commitment to meeting labor market needs and fostering economic growth. Successful applicants now have the opportunity to submit their complete applications for provincial nomination, offering a significant pathway to permanent residency in Canada.
