New Manitoba Draw Targets Skilled Workers Already In Province

Colin R. Singer
February 6, 2020

April 29, 2019 – Candidates already working in Manitoba were the focus of the latest draw under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program.

The April 25 draw saw 299 candidates receive Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) for Manitoba immigration.

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 a Strategic Recruitment Initiative under the Skilled Workers Overseas stream.

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

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

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

This was the 64^th draw in the history of the MPNP.

What Were the Details of April 25 Manitoba Draw?

Stream	Sub-Stream	Letters of Advice to Apply	Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate
1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba		208	510
2) International Education Stream		25	–
3) Skilled Workers Overseas	Strategic Recruitment Initiative	66	632

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

The April 11 draw saw a majority of 352 LAAs were issued through the Human Capital Pathway of the Skilled Workers Overseas category, 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 an SRI.

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

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

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