British Columbia has issued at least 254 invitations in new draws through multiple streams of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
The March 21 draws were split into two categories: general and targeted.
In the general draw, which included tech occupations, 202 invitations were issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 85 to 106 points.
In the targeted draw, a further 34 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 60 points in a draw targeting Early Childhood Educators and Assistants under NOC 42202.
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A draw targeted at Healthcare workers saw 17 invitations issued to skilled workers, international graduates and entry-level and semi-skilled workers, also with a minimum score of 60 points.
A further set of ‘less than 5’ targeted invitations went to skilled workers and international graduates under NOCs 31103 and 32104 for veterinarians and animal health technologists and veterinary technicians respectively, with a minimum score of 60. The number of invitations was listed as ‘less than 5’ to protect the identity of those who were invited.
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General Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 21-03-23 | Skilled Worker | 101 | 202 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC | 101 | |||
| International Graduate | 106 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC | 106 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 85 |
Targeted Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 21-03-23 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate | 60 | 34 | Targeted draw: Childcare: Early childhood educators (NOC 42202) |
| Skilled Worker, International Graduate, Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 60 | 17 | Targeted draw: Healthcare | |
| Skilled Worker, International Graduate | 60 | <5 | Targeted draw: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) |
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