Manitoba Invites Skilled Workers and International Graduates in Latest PNP Draw

On June 26, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held two new draws to invite skilled workers and international graduates for permanent residence through provincial nomination.

These invitations were sent to foreign workers and international students with ties to Manitoba who are seen as strong contributors to the local workforce and are likely to settle successfully in the province.

International Education Stream – 478 Invitations

Under the International Education Stream (IES), 478 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued. To be eligible, candidates needed to:

• Meet all eligibility criteria of the IES; and
• Have a Manitoba Supporter who is a close relative and:
• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
• A resident of Manitoba for at least one year;
• Related to the applicant or applicant's spouse as a:
• Sibling
• Parent
• Aunt or uncle
• Niece or nephew
• First cousin
• Grandparent
  
  

Applicants must provide documents to prove this relationship and the supporter’s length of residence in Manitoba. Supporters also need to submit a settlement plan with the application.

Note: This draw does not change the overall eligibility requirements of the International Education Stream.

Skilled Worker Stream – 14 Invitations

The MPNP also issued 14 LAAs under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. These candidates had declared that they were invited through Manitoba’s Strategic Recruitment Initiatives.

To receive an invitation, candidates needed a minimum score of 712.

Breakdown of the 14 Invitations:

What This Means for You

If you have a close relative in Manitoba or are a skilled worker with ties to the province, you may be eligible for future MPNP draws. Make sure your documents are in order and your profile is up to date.