Manitoba Issues 53 Invitations to Skilled Workers Through Targeted Recruitment Initiatives

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a new immigration draw on August 13, 2026, inviting 53 skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination.

The invitations were issued through both pathways of Manitoba’s Skilled Worker Stream. This draw specifically targeted candidates who had been directly invited by the MPNP through strategic recruitment initiatives.

With this latest round, Manitoba has now conducted 16 MPNP draws in 2026.

Manitoba PNP Draw Details

In the August 13 draw, Manitoba invited candidates under both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways.

To be considered in this draw, candidates were required to indicate in their Expression of Interest (EOI) profile that they had received an invitation through an eligible strategic recruitment initiative.

Candidates could qualify through a recruitment mission or through the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates (TPP), which has now expired.

The 53 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were distributed as follows:

Employer Services received the largest number of invitations, with 15 LAAs, representing approximately 28.3% of all invitations issued in the draw.

Express Entry Candidates Also Received Invitations

Out of the 53 LAAs issued on August 13, six went to candidates who had declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.

Candidates with an active Express Entry profile may have an additional opportunity to move toward Canadian permanent residence if they receive a provincial nomination and meet the applicable federal requirements.

Manitoba Has Issued 4,875 Skilled Worker Invitations in 2026

As of August 13, 2026, Manitoba has issued a total of 4,875 invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its Skilled Worker Stream.

The latest draw continues Manitoba’s focus on candidates who have established a connection with the province through targeted recruitment programs and strategic initiatives.

Why Some Eligible Candidates May Not Have Received an Invitation

The MPNP explained that some candidates who appeared to meet the draw requirements may still not have received an LAA.

This could happen if:

• A candidate declared an approved English or French language test in their EOI profile but entered a missing or invalid test identification number.
• The candidate’s language test results had expired.
• A candidate stated that they had been invited through a strategic recruitment initiative but did not provide a valid invitation number.
  
  

Candidates should therefore ensure that all information entered in their EOI profile is complete, accurate and up to date.

What Is a Manitoba Strategic Recruitment Initiative?

Strategic recruitment initiatives allow Manitoba to identify candidates who may help meet the province’s labour market and community needs.

These initiatives can include recruitment activities involving employers, Francophone communities, ethnocultural communities and regional communities.

Candidates invited through these programs may be considered under the Skilled Worker Stream if they meet the applicable eligibility requirements.

Manitoba PNP Nomination Activity

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program tracks activity under its Skilled Worker Stream through monthly reports.

These reports include information on:

• Expressions of Interest drawn;
• Provincial nominations issued;
• Applications received;
• Applications that are pending or under assessment; and
• Applications refused.

The latest available 2026 figures currently cover the period from January through June.

What This Draw Means for Skilled Workers

The August 13 draw shows that Manitoba continues to use targeted recruitment initiatives to select skilled workers who can support the province’s economic and community needs.

Candidates interested in the MPNP should keep their EOI profiles updated and make sure that important information, including language test details and strategic recruitment invitation numbers, remains valid.

For candidates who receive an LAA, the next step is to submit a complete application to the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program within the required timeframe and meet all applicable program requirements.

Conclusion

Manitoba’s August 13, 2026 draw resulted in 53 invitations being issued to skilled workers selected through strategic recruitment initiatives.

Employer Services received the highest number of invitations, followed by the Francophone Community, Ethnocultural Communities, Regional Communities and candidates connected to the temporary public policy.

With 4,875 Skilled Worker Stream invitations issued so far in 2026, Manitoba continues to use targeted selection to attract workers who can contribute to the province’s labour market and long-term economic growth.