British Columbia PNP Draw: Province Issues 64 Canada Immigration Invitations

The latest British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) immigration draws, conducted on June 25, 2024, provide detailed insights into the province’s current immigration priorities and labour market needs.

General Draw:

In the general draw, the minimum score required for the Skilled Worker category was 134 points, and 35 invitations were issued. This same minimum score of 134 points applied to several other categories, including Skilled Worker – EEBC (Express Entry British Columbia), International Graduate, and International Graduate – EEBC. Notably, the Entry Level and Semi-Skilled category had a lower minimum score requirement of 110 points, indicating a slightly less competitive threshold for candidates in this group.

Targeted Draw:

The targeted draw on the same date highlighted specific labour market demands in British Columbia. Different categories within this draw had varied minimum scores and numbers of invitations issued:

• Childcare: The minimum score was 97 points, with 6 invitations issued, reflecting a focused need for childcare professionals.
• Construction: Similarly, a minimum score of 97 points was required, but with a higher number of 11 invitations issued, indicating a stronger demand in the construction industry.
• Healthcare: This category had a higher minimum score of 106 points, with 11 invitations issued, underscoring the critical demand for healthcare professionals.
• Veterinary Care: The minimum score was the lowest at 80 points, with fewer than five invitations issued, pointing to a very targeted need for veterinary care professionals.

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Latest B.C. Immigration Draws

General Draw

Targeted Draw