British Columbia and Manitoba have issued new invitations to candidates seeking provincial nominations, while Alberta has provided an update on its Expression of Interest (EOI) pools for multiple immigration streams under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).
British Columbia PNP: Entrepreneur Immigration Draws
On January 28, 2025, British Columbia issued invitations through its Entrepreneur Immigration streams, targeting foreign entrepreneurs planning to start or acquire businesses in the province.
The draw results were as follows:
| Date | Stream | Minimum Score | Number of Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 28, 2025 | Base Entrepreneur | 123 | <5 |
| January 28, 2025 | Regional Entrepreneur | 123 | <5 |
Key Highlights:
- The Base Entrepreneur stream invitations depend on factors such as registration score, business location, population size, and industry sector alignment.
- The Regional Entrepreneur stream, which focuses on businesses in smaller communities, conducts draws approximately once a month for pre-approved candidates.
Manitoba PNP: New Draws Under Economic Streams
On February 6, 2025, Manitoba issued 76 invitations under its International Education Stream and Skilled Worker Overseas Stream:
International Education Stream:
- 59 invitations issued to candidates with at least four years of full-time work experience within the last five years.
- Minimum score requirements were not published for this draw.
Skilled Worker Overseas Stream:
- 17 invitations issued under a strategic recruitment initiative.
- Candidates needed a minimum score of 612 to qualify.
Among the 76 total invitations, 18 were issued to candidates with an active Express Entry profile, increasing their chances of securing permanent residency.
Alberta AAIP: Candidate Pool Updates
Alberta has yet to conduct its first draw of 2025, but it has released an update on the number of EOI profiles currently in its immigration selection pools.
- Alberta Opportunity Stream: 28,830 EOIs
- Dedicated Healthcare Pathways (Express Entry & Non-Express Entry): 1,026 EOIs
- Rural Renewal Stream: 3,029 EOIs
- Tourism & Hospitality Stream: 4,244 EOIs
Alberta Express Entry Stream:
| Pathway | EOIs in the Selection Pool |
|---|---|
| Accelerated Tech Pathway | 2,403 |
| Family Connection & Occupation in Demand | 2,206 |
| Law Enforcement Pathway | 70 |
| Priority Sector Draws & Other Initiatives | 2,802 |
Key Takeaways:
- Alberta continues to prioritize candidates in sectors like tech, healthcare, and law enforcement.
- A total of 44,610 candidate profiles are currently in Alberta’s EOI pools, awaiting selection.
What This Means for Immigration Candidates
- British Columbia: Entrepreneurs should focus on business alignment with provincial priorities.
- Manitoba: Skilled workers with strong work experience and strategic connections to Manitoba have a higher chance of selection.
- Alberta: Applicants should monitor upcoming draws, as the high number of EOIs indicates strong competition.
With several provinces actively selecting candidates, now is a crucial time for immigration hopefuls to ensure their profiles meet the latest PNP criteria. Stay updated for the next round of draws and program changes!
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