Manitoba Issues New Invitations to International Graduates and Skilled Workers in Latest PNP Draw

On July 10, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited more skilled workers and international graduates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residency.

This latest draw focused on candidates who either completed their studies in Manitoba or have work experience in occupations that are in demand in the province.

Overview of the Latest Manitoba PNP Draw

The MPNP held two separate draws through the following immigration streams:

• International Education Stream (IES)
• Skilled Worker Stream (SWS)
  
  

A total of 67 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued. Of these, 29 candidates had a valid Express Entry profile and a job seeker validation code.

Breakdown of Invitations

International Education Stream (IES)

Manitoba invited 40 international graduates through the Graduate Internship Pathway (GIP) under the IES.

To receive an invitation, candidates had to meet all of the following criteria:

• Completed a master’s or doctoral degree program in Manitoba within the last three years
• Completed a Mitacs or Accelerate internship in an eligible industry and research organization in Manitoba
• Achieved a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7
  
  

Applicants must also be living in Manitoba at the time of application and are required to submit a Career Employment Plan showing their long-term professional goals within the province.

Skilled Worker Stream (SWS)

The Skilled Worker Stream issued 27 LAAs to candidates who were selected under strategic recruitment initiatives. These invitations went to individuals who applied through either:

• The Skilled Worker in Manitoba pathway, or
• The Skilled Worker Overseas pathway
  
  

To qualify, candidates needed to score at least 673 points and be directly invited by Manitoba under a recruitment initiative.

Distribution of LAAs by Strategic Initiative

What Is a Strategic Recruitment Initiative?

Strategic recruitment initiatives are programs that help Manitoba employers hire international talent when there is a shortage of skilled workers locally.

To take part, employers must meet the eligibility requirements and go through Manitoba’s ABC Recruitment Process. Once approved, they can refer candidates to MPNP through the Employer Services team.

Candidates must also meet various requirements related to:

• Language ability
• Work experience
• Education and training
• Age and adaptability
  
  

However, if a candidate has stronger connections to another Canadian province (such as previous work or education), they may be considered a retention risk and could be refused by either Employer Services or the MPNP.

Final Thoughts

Manitoba continues to target candidates with strong ties to the province and the potential to contribute to its labour market. Whether you're a recent graduate or a skilled worker, staying updated on provincial draws like these can help you plan your path to Canadian permanent residency more effectively.