Manitoba Invites 104 Skilled Worker Candidates in New PNP Draw

June 8, 2026
CIC News Update
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Manitoba has begun June with another round of immigration invitations, continuing its efforts to attract skilled workers who have already established links to the province through recruitment and community-based initiatives.

The latest selection round, held on June 4, 2026, saw more than one hundred candidates move one step closer to Canadian permanent residence. Rather than focusing on broad candidate pools, the province concentrated on individuals who had previously been identified through Manitoba-supported recruitment activities and workforce programs.

The draw highlights Manitoba’s ongoing strategy of connecting immigration selection with labour market demands, employer needs, and community development objectives.

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Recruitment Initiatives Continue to Shape Manitoba’s Immigration Strategy

A key feature of Manitoba’s immigration system is its use of strategic recruitment initiatives. These programs allow the province to identify potential newcomers who possess skills that align with economic priorities and workforce shortages.

In the latest draw, 104 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued through the Skilled Worker Stream. Invitations were distributed among candidates in both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways.

To qualify, candidates had to indicate in their Expression of Interest profile that they had received a valid invitation through a recognized recruitment initiative or through the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates.

Where the Invitations Went

Employer-linked candidates represented the largest group selected in this draw, demonstrating the province’s continued focus on filling vacancies through immigration.

The distribution of invitations across recruitment initiatives was as follows:

Strategic recruitment initiative	LAAs issued
Employer Services	40
Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates (TPP)	39
Francophone Community	17
Ethnocultural Communities	6
Regional Communities	2

Together, Employer Services and the Temporary Public Policy stream accounted for nearly four-fifths of all invitations issued in this round.

Express Entry Candidates Receive Additional Opportunities

Although the draw primarily focused on Manitoba-linked applicants, candidates with federal Express Entry profiles were also among those selected.

Fifteen invitations were issued to individuals who had provided both a valid Express Entry profile number and a Job Seeker Validation Code. These candidates may benefit from faster immigration processing if they eventually secure a provincial nomination connected to the federal system.

Common Reasons Candidates May Have Been Missed

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program emphasized that meeting general draw requirements does not automatically guarantee an invitation.

Some candidates may have been excluded because of incomplete or outdated information in their Expression of Interest profiles. Missing language test details, expired test scores, invalid identification numbers, or incorrect recruitment invitation references can all affect eligibility during the selection process.

The province also noted that certain applicants who received support under the Temporary Public Policy may still be waiting for consideration. Manitoba is currently processing individuals whose Manitoba Support Letters received approval before June 30, 2025, before expanding invitations to later approvals.

Invitation Numbers Continue to Grow in 2026

Following the June draw, Manitoba’s total number of invitations issued this year has reached 1,709.

All invitations released so far in 2026 have come through the Skilled Worker Stream, reflecting the province’s focus on attracting workers who can immediately contribute to Manitoba’s economy.

Early-Year Draw Activity

The first four months of 2026 showed fluctuating invitation volumes, with April recording a significant increase in activity.

EOIs Drawn

Month	EOIs Drawn
January	102
February	101
March	60
April	340
Total	603

April alone generated more invitations than the combined total of January and February, demonstrating a sharp acceleration in candidate selection.

Manitoba Advances Toward Its 2026 Nomination Allocation

The federal government has granted Manitoba 6,239 nomination spaces for 2026. The province has already utilized a substantial portion of that allocation during the opening months of the year.

Nominations Issued

Month	Nominations Issued
January	484
February	425
March	389
April	445
Total	1,743

Alongside standard nominations, Manitoba also issued a considerable number of enhanced nominations connected to Express Entry.

Enhanced Nominations

Month	Enhanced Nominations
January	154
February	146
March	129
April	142
Total	571

Enhanced nominations remain a valuable pathway because they can significantly strengthen a candidate’s federal immigration prospects.

New Applications Continue to Enter the System

The province welcomed hundreds of new nomination applications during the first part of the year, ensuring a steady pipeline of future candidates.

Nomination Applications Received

Month	Applications Received
January	292
February	237
March	105
April	109
Total	743

While application volumes moderated after February, Manitoba continued to receive consistent interest from prospective immigrants.

Backlog Reduction Signals Faster Processing

One of the most encouraging developments in Manitoba’s immigration program has been the reduction in files awaiting assessment.

Nomination Applications in Assessment or Pending Assessment

Month	Applications in Assessment/Pending
January	2,605
February	2,355
March	2,030
April	1,014
Total	8,004

The steady decline suggests the province has been actively working through pending applications and improving processing efficiency.

Application Refusal Trends

Not all applicants who receive invitations ultimately secure a nomination. Manitoba’s data shows that a number of applications are refused after detailed assessment.

Nomination Application Refusals

Month	Refusals
January	95
February	38
March	35
April	95
Total	263

Applicants are generally encouraged to ensure all supporting documents, language results, and eligibility details remain accurate and up to date throughout the process.

Manitoba’s Immigration Outlook for the Rest of the Year

The June selection round reinforces Manitoba’s preference for candidates who already have meaningful ties to the province through employers, communities, or recruitment programs. With thousands of nomination spaces still available under its federal allocation, further invitation rounds are expected throughout 2026.

As labour shortages continue to affect multiple sectors, Manitoba appears committed to using targeted immigration pathways to attract workers who can support economic growth while strengthening communities across the province.

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