Last week, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted a draw aimed at candidates outside Canada with strong ties to the province.
On May 15, 62 candidates were invited to apply for provincial nomination through the MPNP’s Skilled Workers Overseas stream.
Out of these 62 candidates, eight had a valid Express Entry profile number and job validation code. The lowest score among the invited candidates was 626.
To be considered, candidates had to have submitted an Expression of Interest (EOI) for this stream and be directly invited by the MPNP as part of a strategic recruitment initiative.
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Who is Eligible for Manitoba’s Skilled Worker Overseas Stream?
This pathway to permanent residency is open to foreign workers outside Canada who can demonstrate a connection to Manitoba. Eligible candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Support from family or friends in Manitoba
- Previous education or work experience in the province
- An Invitation to Apply from the MPNP through a Strategic Recruitment Initiative
Each type of connection has specific eligibility requirements that must be fulfilled.
In addition to a valid Manitoba connection, candidates must score at least 60 out of 100 points on the province’s assessment grid. The score is based on five factors: age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and adaptability.
Strategic Recruitment Initiatives in Manitoba
The MPNP uses strategic recruitment initiatives to help Manitoba employers fill critical labor shortages by recruiting qualified foreign workers. These initiatives are aimed at employers who have an ongoing need for skilled workers that cannot be met through the local labor market.
To participate, employers must meet specific eligibility criteria for the positions they are hiring for and complete Manitoba’s required ABC Recruitment process.
Once approved, employers can refer international candidates who meet the program’s criteria, including age, education, work experience, and language skills.
Candidates must have a full-time, permanent, or long-term job offer and the intention to settle in Manitoba. Priority is given to candidates planning to live outside the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region.
It’s important to note that candidates cannot self-identify as eligible for a Manitoba connection. Eligibility is determined solely by the MPNP.
