In its latest update on January 23, 2024, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) released details regarding the recent draw of invitations to apply (ITAs). The information below outlines the draw dates, types, targeted streams, minimum scores required, and the number of ITAs issued.
Skills Immigration Invitations:
- General Draw:
- Stream: Skilled Worker
- Minimum Score: 120
- Number of ITAs: 79
- Skilled Worker – EEBC option:
- Minimum Score: 120
- International Graduate:
- Minimum Score: 120
- International Graduate – EEBC option:
- Minimum Score: 120
- Entry Level and Semi-Skilled:
- Minimum Score: 98
- Childcare:
- Stream: Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)
- Minimum Score: 60
- Number of ITAs: 66
- Construction:
- Minimum Score: 75
- Number of ITAs: 34
- Healthcare:
- Minimum Score: 60
- Number of ITAs: 36
- Veterinary Care:
- Minimum Score: 60
- Number of ITAs: Less than 5
It can be seen from last draw, the minimum score for Entry Level and Semi-Skilled has dropped 2 points which is quire unusual since that has not happened from a very long time. The minimum score either rises up or stays the same, this drop for this category has been seen after long time.
To check if you have received an ITA, applicants are advised to log into their BCPNP Online profiles.
The BCPNP conducts these draws to attract skilled workers, graduates, and individuals with expertise in specific sectors to contribute to the economic growth of British Columbia.
