The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has conducted its new skills immigration draw. This is the second draw of the month conducted by the province.
If you have been invited to the BC PNP latest draw, you will have 30 days to complete your application for Canada Permanent Residency.
BC PNP Latest Draw – Results
The BC PNP latest draw was held on 10 December 2024. A total of 26 invitations were issued under the skilled immigration stream. The CRS score for this BC PNP draw ranges from 80 to 148. The in-demand occupations targeted under this draw are childcare, healthcare, construction, and veterinary care.
Candidates who did not receive an ITA to this draw should not withdraw their profile from the pool. British Columbia usually conducts its draws 4-5 times a month. You might receive an invitation to the next BC PNP draw. The next BC PNP Draw is expected to be released on 17 December 2024.
BC PNP – Selection Criteria
British Columbia PNP is a pathway for aspiring immigrants and skilled professionals to immigrate to Canada and obtain a Permanent Residency in the province. The British Columbia province releases its draws to invite candidates to fill the labour shortages in the province. There are various factors influencing the selection of candidates such as:-
- Level of Education
- Eligible professional designations in BC
- Language skills
- Occupation
- Work experience
- Job offer
- Intent to live, work, and settle in a specific region
- Strategic priorities
Skills Immigration draw is a key part of British Columbia PNP. Currently, 80% of applications under the BC PNP are being processed within 8-10 months.
