British Columbia has conducted a new draw through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program, issuing at least 167 invitations.
The March 19 draw saw invitations issued in five different categories.
A general draw saw 88 invitations issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 98 to 125 points.
In a targeted draw, 27 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 80 points in a draw targeting childcare workers.
Construction workers received 21 invitations with a minimum score of 85.
A draw targeted at healthcare workers saw 30 invitations issued to skilled workers and international graduates, with a minimum score of 80 points.
Finally, a draw aimed at veterinary care workers saw ‘less than 5’ invitations issued, again with a minimum score of 80. It was listed as ‘less than 5’ to protect the identity of those invited.
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General Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 19-03-24 | Skilled Worker | 125 | 88 | General draw |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC | 125 | |||
| International Graduate | 125 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC | 125 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 98 |
Targeted Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 19-03-24 |
Skilled Worker, International Graduate |
80 | 27 | Childcare |
| 85 | 21 | Construction | ||
| 80 | 30 | Healthcare | ||
| 80 | <5 | Veterinary care |
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