Manitoba Issues 170 LAAs In New Expression of Interest Draw

May 10, 2019 – Manitoba immigration officials issued 170 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) in the latest Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program draw.

The May 9 draw was again weighted heavily towards the Skilled Workers In Manitoba stream, with LAAs going to 101 candidates and a minimum score of 569.

There were also 52 LAAs for Manitoba immigration issued to candidates as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative (SRI), falling under the Skilled Workers Overseas stream.

An SRI is when candidates are invited to fulfill a specific labour market need.

The final 17 LAAs came through the International Education Stream.

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For detailed requirements of all the streams featured in this draw, please see below.

This was the 65^th draw in the history of the MPNP.

What Were the Details of May 9 Manitoba Draw?

The previous Manitoba draw saw LAAs issued to more than 400 candidates.

In the April 25 draw, candidates for the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream received 208 LAAs, with the lowest-ranked applicant scoring 510 points.

There were also 66 LAAs issued through an SRI under the Skilled Workers Overseas stream.

Lastly, 25 LAAs were issued through the Manitoba International Education Stream.

What Were the Details of April 25 Manitoba Draw?

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream?

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is based on the specific needs of Manitoba employers. SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for Canada permanent residence. The stream prioritizes candidates with a strong attachment to Manitoba, with two pathways to Manitoba immigration.

a) Manitoba Work Experience Pathway

For applicants currently working in Manitoba on temporary work permits, through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or as international graduates from any province. Candidates do not need to be working in In-Demand Occupations.

b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers.

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream?

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) includes both a dedicated Canada Express Entry Pathway and a direct provincial pathway.

It is aimed at international skilled workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Priority is given to applicants and spouses with close family connections, plus the language proficiency, training and experience to find jobs quickly.

a) Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

For international candidates eligible under another MPNP stream, who also meet Express Entry criteria and have an active Express Entry profile. Candidates need skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations, and a strong family connection to the province.

b) Human Capital Pathway

For international skilled workers with skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Candidates must demonstrate potential to find employment soon after they arrive in Manitoba.

What Are The Requirements For the International Education Stream?

The International Education Stream (IES) is dedicated to international graduates from Manitoba colleges and universities. Under IES, candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before applying for an MPNP nomination. It has three pathways:

1) Career Employment Pathway  

Eligibility requirements include:

• Completed a one-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution within three years of submission of application. 
• Have a full-time job offer in a Manitoba In-Demand occupation related to the completed degree
• Resident of Manitoba 

2) Graduate Internship Pathway

Masters and Doctoral degree holders who have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships can apply for nomination through internships even without a job offer in the province. 

3) Student Entrepreneur Pathway

Eligibility requirements include:

• Completed a two-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution 
• Six months business operation experience in Manitoba
• Resident of Manitoba since graduation.
• No specific minimum personal net worth requirement

Interested employers: Kindly contact us here to receive further information.

Interested candidates: Find out whether you qualify to Canada by completing our free on-line evaluation. We will provide you with our evaluation within 1-2 business days.

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