British Columbia has issued at least 172 invitations in new draws through multiple streams of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
The May 2 draws were split into two categories: general and targeted.
In the general draw, which included tech occupations, 133 invitations were issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 85 to 107 points.
In the targeted draw, a further 22 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 16 invitations issued to skilled workers, international graduates and entry level and semi-skilled workers, also with a minimum score of 60 points.
A final batch of less than 5 invitations went to skilled workers and international graduates in a draw aimed at other priority occupations under NOCs 31103, 32104, also requiring 60 points. The number was recorded as less than 5 to protect the identity of those invited.
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General Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02-05-23 | Skilled Worker | 104 | 133 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC | 104 | |||
| International Graduate | 107 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC | 107 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 85 |
Targeted Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02-05-23 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate | 60 | 22 | Targeted draw: Childcare: Early childhood educators (NOC 42202) |
| Skilled Worker, International Graduate, Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 60 | 16 | Targeted draw: Healthcare | |
| Skilled Worker, International Graduate | 60 | 5 | Targeted draw: Other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104) |
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