British Columbia Issues 162 ITAs in First PNP Draw of September 2024

On September 4th, 2024, British Columbia conducted its first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the month, issuing 162 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Skills Immigration category. The CRS scores for this draw ranged from 80 to 128 points.

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Draw Highlights:

• General Draw:
  • Skilled Worker & EEBC option: 75 ITAs, minimum score 128
  • International Graduate & EEBC option: Minimum score 128
  • Entry Level & Semi-Skilled: Minimum score 110
• Targeted Draws:
  • Childcare: 31 ITAs, minimum score 83
  • Construction: 33 ITAs, minimum score 89
  • Healthcare: 19 ITAs, minimum score 99
  • Veterinary Care: Fewer than 5 ITAs, minimum score 80

This draw highlights the province’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers across various industries, including healthcare, construction, childcare, and veterinary care.

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