British Columbia has conducted a first draw of 2024 through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program, issuing at least 373 invitations.
The January 10 draw saw invitations issued in five different categories.
A general draw, which included tech occupations, saw 110 invitations issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 100 to 120 points.
In a further targeted draw, 113 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 60 points in a draw targeting childcare workers.
Construction workers received 74 invitations with a minimum score of 75.
A draw targeted at healthcare workers saw 75 invitations issued to skilled workers and international graduates, with a minimum score of 60 points.
Finally, a draw aimed at veterinary care workers saw ‘less than 5’ invitations issued, again with a minimum score of 60. 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 |
| 10-01-24 | Skilled Worker | 120 | 110 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC | 120 | |||
| International Graduate | 120 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC | 120 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 100 |
Targeted Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 10-01-24 |
Skilled Worker, International Graduate |
60 | 113 | Childcare |
| 75 | 74 | Construction | ||
| 60 | 75 | Healthcare | ||
| 60 | <5 | Veterinary care |
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