Manitoba Targets Overseas Candidates In New Provincial Immigration Draw

Colin R. Singer
February 7, 2020

April 15, 2019 – Manitoba immigration has conducted a new draw focused exclusively on the MPNP Skilled Workers Overseas stream.

The April 11 draw saw 403 candidates received Letters of Advice to Apply through two pathways.

A majority of 352 LAAs were issued through the Human Capital Pathway, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 561 points.

These candidates had to meet the following requirements:

Either

Have a valid Express Entry ID and job seeker validation code, with at least six months of recent experience in an occupation on Manitoba’s In-demand Occupations list

Have a close relative in Manitoba or past education or work experience in the province.
Have 6 months of recent experience in a Manitoba in-demand occupation.
Meet minimum language requirements.

The remaining 51 LAAs went to candidates scoring at least 695 through a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.

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

This was the 63^rd draw in the history of the MPNP.

What Were the Details of the April 11 Manitoba Draw?

Stream	Sub-Stream	Letters of Advice to Apply	Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate
Skilled Workers Overseas	Strategic Recruitment Initiative	51	695
	Human Capital Pathway	352	561

Source: www.immigratemanitoba.com

The previous Manitoba draw saw Letters of Advice to Apply issued to nearly 600 candidates.

The March 28 draw saw 262 LAAs issued through the Skilled Workers In Manitoba stream, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 433 points.

Elsewhere, 260 LAAs were issued to candidates scoring as low as 563 under the Human Capital Pathway of the Skilled Workers Overseas stream.

A further 44 LAAs went to candidates for the province’s International Education Stream.

Finally, 29 candidates received an LAA through an SRI, with a lowest score of 719 points.

What Were the Details of the March 28 Manitoba Draw?

Stream	Sub-Stream	Letters of Advice to Apply	Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate
1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba		262	433
2) International Education Stream		44	–
3) Skilled Workers Overseas	Strategic Recruitment Initiative	29	719
	Human Capital Pathway	260	563

Source: www.immigratemanitoba.com

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.

Read more news about Canada Immigration by clicking here.