Manitoba Issues Over 900 Invitations to Skilled Workers in Latest PNP Draw
Manitoba has conducted a major selection round under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), inviting 911 skilled worker candidates to apply for provincial nomination.
This draw highlights Manitoba’s ongoing efforts to address labour market gaps by selecting candidates through targeted recruitment initiatives and a temporary public policy for work permits.
Key Highlights of the Manitoba PNP Draw
- Date of Draw: September 18, 2025
- Total Invitations Issued: 911 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs)
- Streams Covered: Skilled Worker in Manitoba & Skilled Worker Overseas
- Minimum Score: No cut-off score announced
- Express Entry Candidates: 341 candidates had valid Express Entry profiles with job seeker validation codes
- Primary Focus: Temporary public policy allowing facilitated work permits for candidates living and working in Manitoba
Draw Breakdown by Category
| Category / Initiative | LAAs Issued | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Public Policy for Work Permits | 847 | Majority of invitations issued to candidates working in Manitoba with valid Expression of Interest (EOI) |
| Francophone Community | 24 | Focus on French-speaking applicants to strengthen Francophone workforce |
| Employer Services | 18 | Candidates identified through employer-driven recruitment |
| Regional Communities | 18 | Invitations for candidates willing to settle in rural and regional areas |
| Ethnocultural Communities | 4 | Targeted candidates with cultural connections supporting settlement success |
| Total | 911 | Strategic selection to meet Manitoba’s labour needs |
What This Means for Applicants
- No CRS Score Required: Unlike other draws, Manitoba did not set a minimum score, focusing instead on targeted recruitment and policy-based eligibility.
- Strategic Recruitment Initiatives: Employers and communities help identify skilled workers in high-demand occupations across the province.
- Temporary Public Policy Advantage: Candidates already living and working in Manitoba were given priority to secure open work permits, offering a faster path to permanent residence.
Reasons Some Candidates May Not Receive Invitations
Even if candidates meet the draw’s eligibility requirements, they might not receive an invitation if:
- A valid third-party language test number was missing or results had expired.
- A valid invitation number from a recruitment initiative was not included in the EOI.
About Manitoba’s Strategic Recruitment Initiatives
These initiatives allow employers and communities to recruit skilled workers who can fill labour shortages in key sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture.
Candidates must demonstrate:
- Relevant work experience
- Language proficiency
- Education credentials
- Strong potential to settle successfully in Manitoba
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