Provincial Nominee Program Draw Results Uncovered in Ontario and British Columbia

Post by : Admin on Aug 31,2022

Are you planning to acquire a permanent resident visa in Canada? Then the Provincial Nominee Programs might be what you need to achieve your Canadian goals. There are ten provinces in Canada. Each province has its own provincial nominee program and eligibility criteria for federal skilled workers. The PNP sends interested candidates an invitation to apply for Canadian provincial nomination.

Ontario and British Columbia disclosed PNP draw results last week. The PNP is one of the most efficient immigration pathways in Canada. It enables skilled individuals to apply for a Canadian PR visa and also helps Canada boosts its labour and economic workforce.

PNP Draw Results in Ontario and British Columbia from 12th to 18th August

British Columbia

PNP in BC sent invitations to at least 223 candidates on 16th August. 177 of them were invited through a general draw consisting of tech occupations. It also included semi-skilled and entry-level candidates. Candidates in the Skilled Worker and International Graduates categories were most likely to receive the invitations to apply from PNP.

The following occupations were also included in the invitation rounds:

  • 5 healthcare assistants (at least 60 points)
  • 26 early childhood assistants and educators (at least 60 points)
  • 15 healthcare workers (at least 60 points)

Ontario

Ontario sent invitations to 30 candidates under the Entrepreneur Stream. The scores of these candidates ranged from 138-160. They were required to sign a performance agreement and attend an interview to apply for the visa.

Once you get through the visa application process, you will get a temporary work permit to immigrate to Canada. After 20 months of arrival, you need to submit a final review after implementing your business plan.

The eligibility criteria for this stream:

  • Business experience of 24 months in the last 60 months
  • The purpose should be the motive of investing.
  • Control over at least one-third of the equity in the business
  • Active involvement in business management
  • Should create a minimum of two permanent full-time jobs for permanent residents and citizens in Canada

What’s the Connection between Express and PNP?

PNP is an immigration program, while Express Entry is an application management system used for the ranking of candidates in multiple immigration programs. It covers the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Once candidates enter the Express Entry pool, they are ranked and given scores that determine their eligibility.

Onkar Immigration is here to resolve all your queries related to Express Entry draws and immigration programs. Consult with our professionals and get a step closer to your Canadian dream.


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