PNPs of Canada Extended 4,803 Invitations in 2nd Week of January 2024
In the second week of January 2024, Canadian Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) invited a total of 4,803 candidates to apply for provincial nomination, paving the way for the Canadian PR visa. This week saw draws conducted by Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba as part of their respective Provincial Nominee Programs.
PNP Draws from January 9 to January 16, 2024
Now, let's delve into the outcomes of the PNP draws that transpired between January 9 and January 16, 2024:
- Manitoba PNP Launches New Draw on January 11, 2024
Manitoba initiated the first draw of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) for 2024 on January 11. During this draw, Manitoba, Canada, issued 423 Letters of Advice (LAAs) to candidates eligible for provincial nomination under essential MPNP streams, including Skilled Worker, Close Relatives in Manitoba selection, and International Education.
- Ontario Conducts Express Entry- Skilled Trades Stream Draw on January 11, 2024
On January 11, 2024, Ontario conducted the latest focused draw for Ontario's Express Entry - Skilled Trades Stream. In this specific draw of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Ontario issued a substantial 2,552 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) for individuals eligible to apply for provincial nomination.
- British Columbia PNP's Latest Draw on January 10, 2024
On January 10, 2024, the notable Canadian province of British Columbia organized General and Targeted Draws within its Provincial Nominee Program, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). In both draw categories, British Columbia granted approximately 377 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination.
- Ontario PNP Draws for EJO-Foreign Worker Stream on January 9, 2024
During the initial draws of the New Year on January 9, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,451 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream. These draws were specifically targeted to invite candidates with expertise in Skilled Trades, Health, and Tech Occupations.
PNPs Set to Dominate Canada's Immigration Landscape in 2024
In 2024, Canada aims to extend a significant number of invitations through its Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), with a target of issuing 110,000 invitations across diverse PNPs. This reflects the country's commitment to welcoming skilled individuals through provincial nominations, contributing to economic growth and regional development. The PNPs are poised to be a key pathway for obtaining a Permanent Resident (PR) Visa in Canada this year.
