Manitoba Launches Two New Streams Aimed At International Graduates

Colin R. Singer
February 7, 2020

November 2, 2018 – Manitoba immigration has launched two new pathways aimed at international graduates under its International Education Stream (IES).

The Graduate Internship Pathway and the Student Entrepreneur Pathway came into effect on November 1, 2018.

They join the Career Employment Pathway to make three pathways under the IES, which was launch a year ago as part of a Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program overhaul.

Graduate Internship Pathway

The Graduate Internship Pathway (GIP) targets masters and doctorate degree holders for expedited nomination through internships contributing to industry innovation in Manitoba.

Graduates need to have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships to apply. They do not need a job offer.

Graduate Internship Pathway Requirements

Education	Completed a master or doctoral degree program in Manitoba within the past 3 years.
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (or equivalent).
Current Employment in Manitoba	If you have completed a master or doctoral program in Manitoba with a completed Mitacs Elevate or Accelerate internship with eligible industry and research enterprises in Manitoba, you are not required to have a job offer at the time of application.
Settlement Funds	You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period. OR You must be employed in a full-time, long-term position in Manitoba.
Adaptability	You must be residing in Manitoba at the time of application. You must show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination, including the submission of a Career Employment Plan demonstrating opportunities for a successful career track in Manitoba.

Student Entrepreneur Pathway

The Student Entrepreneur Pathway is aimed at international graduates from Manitoba institutions who want to start a business in the province.

The applicant must meet the terms of a Business Performance Agreement before being nominated for permanent residence.

Business Experience	A business plan is required as part of your application to MPNP. You must operate the business as a senior manager on a daily basis from the place of business in Manitoba for at least 6 months prior to nomination while on a valid temporary work permit, consistent with the requirements of your Business Performance Agreement (BPA). Business equity ownership of at least 51%
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (For this pathway only, IELTS – Academic is accepted in addition to other language proficiency tests).
Education	Complete a full-time post-secondary program in Manitoba that is at least 2 years in duration. (distance learning or compressed academic programs are not eligible) Studies and/or work/business experience outside of Canada will be considered as beneficial but not are not an eligibility requirement.
Age	21-35
Adaptability	You must: Have a valid open work permit or post-graduation work permit (PGWP) at the time of application; Have continuously resided in MB since graduation; and Show intent to continue to reside in MB after nomination.
Net Worth / Settlement Funds	A deposit is not required. Minimum net worth is not an eligibility criterion; however, net worth/source of funds will be considered for the purpose of evaluating the potential for you to successfully execute on your business plan. You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period. Your personal net worth will be verified by a third-party supplier approved by the MPNP. A verification report, along with the application, must be submitted to the MPNP within 120 days of receiving your letter of advice to apply.
Business Performance Agreement	After an application is approved, a Business Performance Agreement must be signed prior to the MPNP issuing you a letter of support for applying for a work permit

Career Employment Pathway

The IES Career Employment Pathway will expedite nomination for international graduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM subjects, with internships contributing to innovation. International graduate candidates with job offers in an In-Demand Occupation aligned with their qualification no longer have to work for six months before applying.

Career Employment Pathway Requirements

Education	You must have graduated in the past 3 years from a designated post-secondary institution in Manitoba (minimum one year, two semesters, full-time coursework).
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (or equivalent).
Current Employment in Manitoba	You must have a full-time job offer from an eligible current employer, with a minimum 1-year contract on Manitoba’s published In-Demand Occupations list that are consistent with your completed training. Note: The MPNP may impose program or occupation-specific limits. If you have completed a bridging program and passed the initial stage of certification as determined by the appropriate regulatory body, you are not required to have a job offer at the time of application.
Settlement Funds	You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period. OR You must be employed in a full-time, long-term position in Manitoba.
Adaptability	You must be residing in Manitoba at the time of application. You must show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination, including the submission of a Career Employment Plan demonstrating opportunities for a successful career track in Manitoba

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