On November 26, 2024, British Columbia conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) draw, issuing 23 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across multiple streams. This draw reflects the province’s commitment to targeting diverse skill sets to meet labor market needs. The CRS cutoff scores ranged between 80 to 146.
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Breakdown of the Draw November 26, 2024
Draw type | Minimum Score | Number of invitations |
General | 146 | 7 |
Childcare | 102 | less than 5 |
Construction | 108 | less than 5 |
Healthcare | 121 | less than 5 |
Veterinary care | 80 | less than 5 |
Key Insights
The general draw invited the majority of candidates, particularly those in skilled worker and international graduate streams, both with and without the Express Entry BC (EEBC) option. Meanwhile, targeted invitations addressed specific labor market gaps, including healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care, ensuring critical industries are supported by skilled professionals.
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