British Columbia (B.C.), Quebec, and Alberta have recently extended invitations to candidates under their provincial immigration programs.
Most Canadian provinces and territories, with the exceptions of Nunavut and Quebec, utilize Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) to attract skilled immigrants.
PNPs are a joint effort between federal and provincial/territorial governments. They enable participating provinces and territories to address their labor market needs and demographic challenges by selecting skilled immigrants tailored to their requirements.
Provincial Immigration Results from May 25 to May 31
British Columbia:
On May 28, British Columbia conducted two draws through its British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP).
The first draw invited 35 candidates through a general draw.
This draw considered candidates from five BCPNP streams, each requiring a specific minimum score.
Additional draws targeted candidates in various occupational categories within the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams.
Quebec:
Quebec recently disclosed the results of a draw held on April 25, with results published retroactively.
Quebec invited 1,415 candidates for permanent selection.
Criteria for invitation included a high level of oral French proficiency and a minimum score requirement.
Invitations were extended to candidates with French proficiency and a valid job offer outside the Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal.
Alberta:
Alberta also released results retroactively, posting the outcome of a draw conducted on May 1, 2024.
Alberta issued 40 Notification of Interest (NOI) letters to candidates in the province’s healthcare pathway with a job offer category.
All recipients had a minimum CRS score of 305.
These invitations enable candidates to apply for provincial nomination or selection, marking a significant step toward permanent residency in Canada.