Provinces Issue Immigration Draws for Candidates: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and PEI
Table of Contents:
- Introduction: Provincial Immigration Draws Overview
- Alberta Immigration Draw – November 21
- British Columbia Immigration Draws – November 26
- Manitoba Immigration Draws – November 22
- Prince Edward Island Immigration Draw – November 21
- Conclusion: Impact of Recent Immigration Draws
1. Introduction: Provincial Immigration Draws Overview
Between November 21 and November 29, 2024, four Canadian provinces—Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island—held immigration draws through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). These draws were aimed at selecting candidates for provincial immigration based on their professional experience, employment, education, and other factors. Most invitations were issued under economic immigration streams, targeting those who meet specific labor market needs.
2. Alberta Immigration Draw – November 21
On November 21, Alberta held a draw under the Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors stream of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The draw selected 96 candidates from the healthcare sector with full-time job offers in Alberta.
Eligibility criteria for this draw included:
- Minimum 42 points according to AAIP’s scoring system
- A valid work permit
- Language proficiency of CLB/NCLC 5 or higher
- A valid Express Entry profile expiring April 21, 2025 or later
- A minimum CRS score of 300
- A full-time job offer in Alberta’s healthcare sector, with appropriate licensing if necessary
3. British Columbia Immigration Draws – November 26
On November 26, British Columbia held two immigration draws through its British Columbia PNP (BC PNP).
First Draw (General draw):
- Invitations were issued across three streams: Skilled Worker, Skilled Worker – Express Entry British Columbia (EEBC), and International Graduate. The minimum score for consideration across these streams was 146.
- Entry Level & Semi-Skilled stream: 125 was the minimum score for consideration.
Second Draw (Sector-Specific):
- The second draw targeted candidates with in-demand sectors in British Columbia’s economy, including childcare, construction, healthcare, and veterinary care.
- The minimum score varied depending on the sector:
- Childcare: 102
- Construction: 108
- Healthcare: 121
- Veterinary care: 80
4. Manitoba Immigration Draws – November 22
Manitoba held three immigration draws under different streams on November 22:
First Draw (Skilled Worker in Manitoba):
- 89 invitations were issued to candidates with a minimum score of 840 under Manitoba’s scoring system.
- Candidates had to have a Manitoba Supporter—a close relative or established resident of the province with at least a year of residence.
Second Draw (Skilled Worker Overseas):
- 25 candidates were invited with a minimum score of 617. Candidates had to be nominated under Manitoba’s strategic recruitment initiative.
Third Draw (International Education Stream):
- 165 invitations were issued to candidates who met the eligibility criteria for this stream.
- 55 of the 279 invited candidates held valid Express Entry profiles.
5. Prince Edward Island Immigration Draw – November 21
Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted a Labour and Express Entry stream draw on November 21, inviting 59 candidates.
Eligibility requirements included:
- Candidates must be working in PEI’s healthcare, construction, or manufacturing sectors.
- Candidates with work permits expiring in 2024 and working in manufacturing were also considered.
- PEI has issued 1,113 invitations over the past 12 months.
6. Conclusion: Impact of Recent Immigration Draws
The recent immigration draws from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island highlight the provinces’ efforts to attract skilled workers to meet local labor market demands. These draws are essential in helping provinces manage their immigration programs effectively while addressing sector-specific labor shortages. Candidates invited through these PNP streams may have the opportunity to apply for permanent residence, contributing to Canada’s growing immigration intake.
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