Second PNP draw of January
In the second PNP draw of January, Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island collectively extended invitations to over 1300 candidates. These candidates received invitations through various streams within their respective provincial nominee programs. For a comprehensive overview of the second PNP draw of January, including information on nomination streams, invitation numbers, candidate cut-off scores, and other pertinent details, please refer to the complete article.
Second PNP Draw of January – Results from January 13-19
Ontario
On January 18, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations to 984 candidates through the Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Workers stream. This draw was inclusive, with no specific occupations specified.
All invited candidates belonged to the Express Entry application pool and were required to satisfy eligibility criteria, including a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score falling within the range of 317 to 469.
British Columbia
On January 16, British Columbia invited more than 193 candidates through the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). These invitations were dispersed across five separate draws, each specifically targeting candidates in distinct occupations.
The most substantial draw centered around tech occupations, extending invitations to 91 candidates who had to attain a minimum score of 103 for consideration. Additionally, the province invited 20 candidates in construction occupations, requiring a minimum score of 75.
For the remaining three occupation-based draws in Childcare, Healthcare, and Veterinary care, candidates needed a minimum score of 60 for consideration. To elaborate, there were 53 candidates in the Childcare draw, 29 candidates in the Healthcare draw, and fewer than five candidates in the Veterinary care draw.
Alberta
In January, Alberta disclosed the results of three draws carried out under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). All participants were chosen from the Express Entry application pool.
The province hosted two draws specifically targeting individuals in the specialized healthcare pathway with Alberta job offers. The initial draw took place on January 2, inviting 42 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 309. The subsequent draw, held on January 16, mandated candidates to achieve a minimum score of 312 for consideration.
On January 11, a draw was executed for candidates who met the eligibility criteria for the Priority sector – Agriculture occupation with Alberta job offers. In the second PNP draw of January, 44 candidates received invitations, and the minimum CRS score required for consideration was also set at 312, aligning with the prerequisites of the healthcare pathway draws.
Prince Edward Island
On January 18, Prince Edward Island (PEI) invited 134 candidates through the Express Entry, Skilled Worker, and Critical Worker Streams of the PEI Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To be considered, candidates needed to achieve a minimum point score of 65.
This event signified the first Express Entry draw conducted by PEI in 2024. Over the period from February to December 2023, the province nominated a total of 2,199 candidates.
What to expect in the Provincial Nominee Program 2024?
Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026 articulates the goal of receiving 110,000 new permanent residents through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in 2024. This strategy is rooted in the cooperative partnership between federal and provincial governments. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) allocate a specific number of nominations to provinces each year, taking into account factors such as the existing population, infrastructure, workforce needs, and the accessibility of settlement services.
Provincial Nominee Program
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) serves as a viable route to obtain Canadian permanent residency. Within each PNP, there exists a stream aligned with the Express Entry System, termed ‘Enhanced Nominations.’ The notable advantage of enhanced PNPs lies in the provision of an additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 600 points, ensuring the applicant’s permanent residency through the express entry route. Additionally, another stream within the PNP is referred to as the ‘base stream,’ allowing direct application to a PNP stream. Upon securing a provincial nomination, the federal government proceeds to process the permanent residence application.
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