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EOI draw Manitoba 2023 – How does it work? 

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It is not only an application but EOI Draw Manitoba is an online profile. Are you interested to know what is EOI draw Manitoba is and how the MPNP EOI draw works? EOI means Expression of Interest which is the first step for candidates interested in becoming permanent residents in Manitoba, Canada through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Everyone interested in applying to the MPNP must submit an EOI.  Anyone interested in immigrating through this program as either a “Skilled Worker in Manitoba” or a “Skilled Worker Overseas” will answer questions about themselves and their profile to ensure they meet the minimum criteria of the EOI draw Manitoba MPNP.  How to Submit a Manitoba Expression of Interest? You can access the EOI draw Manitoba directly from the Manitoba Government website. Here you will be able to create an online profile. You must provide information about your skills:  work experience language ability education and other factors If you meet the minimum criteria of one of the EOI draw Manitoba MPNP application streams, you will be placed in a pool of eligible candidates for the program.  Get a free Assessment Who should EOI draw Manitoba? All applicants interested in the Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas, and International Education Streams have to submit a Manitoba expression of interest (EOI). Can I submit multiple EOI at the same time? No, You cannot submit more than one Expression of Interest. All candidates can only have one active EOI at any given time. Every prospective applicant to the MPNP should only submit one Manitoba EOI to the Program. When will I claim points for language ability in Canada’s second official language for MPNP? Language points are calculated according to documented proof of training and ability in one or both of Canada’s official languages, English and French. To claim points in Canada’s second official language you should have a CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) 5 or higher. For Example, if you completed a French test for your first official language, to receive points for a second official language, you have to provide a valid English test (CELPIP or IELTS) that meets CLB more than 5 or higher. If you completed an English test for your first official language, in order to receive points for a second official language, you must provide proof of a valid French test (TEF) that meets CLB a point more than 5 or higher.    How can Expression of Interest benefit Manitoba and MPNP applicants? The MPNP is introducing process improvements, including EOI, to ensure that Manitoba’s needs and labor market demands continue to be served by the program. These process improvements will result in the following: A better ability to respond to Manitoba’s labor market needs Faster and more efficient processing of applications to the MPNP When does my Expression of Interest expire? An expression of interest is valid for one year from the date candidates submit them to the MPNP. If you do not receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA) after 365 days and you still want to be considered for the MPNP, you will have to complete a new profile.  How will I calculate my work experience? You should only count the full years of work experience that you have already completed. For example: If you have gained 7 months of work experience, you would have to answer less than 1. You have to calculate the total amount of full years of work experience you have completed over the last 5 years prior to the date you are submitting your MPNP Expression of Interest. The MPNP only considers full-time employment, which is defined as thirty (30) hours of work or more for the same employer over the period of one week. What is the minimum EOI score for Manitoba PNP? The minimum EOI draw Manitoba score for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program can be different for each stream, depending on the candidate pool in any given draw. For the Skilled Worker Overseas stream, it is usually around 600 points, but the score may vary according to demand, labor market needs, and the number of candidates in the pool. It is advisable to check the latest Manitoba PNP draw results periodically as the province may adjust EOI score requirements based on the draw results. Other candidates who have a connection with Manitoba, for instance, previous work experience or family, will be granted extra points, which increases their chances of receiving an invitation to apply. Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. To get more details about the latest news about EOI draw Manitoba, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Immigration Backlog

IRCC hired More Employees to reduce the Immigration Backlog

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IRCC hired More Employees to reduce the Immigration Backlog Sean Fraser, Minister of IRCC announced the Government’s efforts to improve the Canadian immigration system and reduce Immigration Backlog, with a particular emphasis on labor shortages, client experience, and family reunification On August 24, 2022.   The Minister also announced that up to 1,250 new employees would be hired by the end of the fall to increase application processing capacity and reduce backlogs, and make the system more sustainable in both the short and long term. IRCC is constantly managing over 1 million applications. In 2021, IRCC finalized 1.7 million applications from all lines of business.   Get a free Assessment   On April 22, 2022, the Minister announced measures to address labor shortages in Canada following: the resumption of Express Entry draws in July 2022 a new temporary policy that will give recent international graduates with expiring temporary status the opportunity to stay in Canada longer extending a temporary public policy that allows foreign nationals in Canada as visitors to apply for an employer-specific work permit. policy changes benefiting those who applied for permanent residence via the temporary resident to the permanent resident pathway in 2021   Canadian immigration is key to helping applicants fill hundreds of thousands of vacant positions across the country and grow the economy. Canada is a goal of choice for candidates who are looking for a new place to work, study and build their lives with their families.   The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship says  “There is unprecedented interest in Canada as a destination for newcomers from around the world. A well-run immigration system supports our communities’ futures and allows our industries to tap into essential talent and new business opportunities, so they can continue to grow and remain competitive. We will continue to take steps to strengthen immigration, for the benefit of our businesses, our economy, and all Canadians.”   With unprecedented interest in Canada from applicants around the world, IRCC continues to set the bar higher for immigration processing.    In 2021, Canada set a historic record by admitting more than 405,000 new permanent residents to Canada. The target of the Canadian government for 2022 is to welcome 431,000 permanent residents.   Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. To know more details about the IRCC hiring More Employees, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot Assessing the Application Against Selection Criteria

Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: Assessing the Application Against Selection Criteria

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The Home Child Care Provider Pilot is one of the caregiver pilots which was launched in 2019. It provides the opportunity to become permanent residents once they have 2 years of eligible work experience in Canada. This pathway is designed for foreign nationals with work experience under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 4411. It lets their family members come to Canada to work or study while they get work experience. Get a free Assessment  The Home Child Care Provider Pilot is an economic pilot program targeting only foreign national caregivers who have a job offer or Canadian work experience in an eligible caregiver occupation and meet minimum education and language proficiency requirements. Qualifying Work Every applicant must have had temporary resident status and work authorization during the period of work experience acquired in Canada. Only authorized work will be calculated towards the work experience requirement.  To qualify for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot applicants must have:  qualifying work experience as a home child care provider (NOC 4411).  provided in-home care to children under the age of 18, whether in their own home or in the employee’s or child’s home.  Remember that Foster parents are not eligible to apply under the Home Child Care Provider Pilot. Applicants would be considered against the pass and fail selection criteria below, based on the information and documents provided in the application. Applicants must meet the following criteria to be approved: education official language proficiency Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. What are the Education requirements for Home Child Care Provider Pilot? All applicants must provide evidence that they have either of the following completed items: foreign educational credential equivalent to the above and an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report issued by an organization designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Canadian 1-year post-secondary (or higher) educational credential Canadian credentials A post-secondary Canadian educational credential is any  post-secondary  diploma,  certificate, or credential that is issued on the completion of a Canadian program of study or training institution that is recognized by the provincial authorities responsible for registering, accrediting, supervising, and regulating such institutions.  Foreign credentials For all applicants with a foreign educational credential, the ECA report must have been issued on or after the date the ECA organization was designated by IRCC indicate that the credential is equivalent to a completed Canadian 1-year post-secondary (or higher) educational credential be less than 5 years old on the date of application receipt  Every applicant must provide proof of either of the following: at least 24 months of qualifying Canadian work experience, or a job offer and the ability to perform the work Supporting documentation During evaluating an applicant’s ability to perform the work, officers can refer to supporting documentation provided in the application. It may include the following, but is not limited to copies of relevant education credentials or training, which can include diplomas or certificates a copy of the applicant’s most recent work permit in Canada (if they’ve been working in Canada) proof of relevant previous work experience, such as employer reference letters, employment records, work contracts, pay stubs To know more details about the application process for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Manitoba PNP Draw a Quicker way to Immigrate to Canada (1)

Manitoba PNP Draw a Quicker way to Immigrate to Canada 

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Manitoba PNP means Provincial Nominee Program which allows another easiest way to move to Canada. Manitoba PNP draw has three types of immigration pathways:  Skilled Workers Stream International Education  Stream Business Investor Stream Skilled Workers Stream The Manitoba Skilled Workers Stream is locally led and based on the needs of Manitoba employers. Manitoba selects internationally trained and experienced workers who have the skills needed in the local labor market and nominates them to receive Canadian permanent resident visas to settle and work in Manitoba. Basically, there are two types of immigration pathways under the skilled workers stream: Skilled Workers in Manitoba and  Skilled Workers Overseas To know more about the permanent residents click here. Skilled workers in Manitoba  The Manitoba PNP draw for Skilled Workers in Manitoba nominates applicants who have a strong connection to this province through ongoing-  Employment and sufficient skills Education and training Work experience and  Official language proficiency To make an immediate and ongoing contribution to the Manitoba economy. Get a free Assessment Skilled Workers Overseas The Manitoba PNP draw for Skilled Workers Overseas nominates applicants who demonstrate an established connection to Manitoba through: the support of family members or friends; through previous education or work experience in the province; or through an Invitation to Apply received directly from the MPNP as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative. International Education Stream under Manitoba PNP Draw IES (International Education Stream) for Manitoba graduates is dedicated to providing international students graduating in Manitoba and meeting the needs of industry with faster pathways to nomination. Suppose, you are an international student and graduated in another province of Canada then you will not be eligible under this stream but you may be eligible under the renewed Skilled Worker in Manitoba PNP Draw. There are three pathways under this stream: Career Employment Pathway Graduate Internship Pathway International Student Entrepreneur Pilot Career Employment Pathway CEP (Career Employment Pathway) provides quicker nomination pathways for post-secondary students who graduate and find long-term employment in Manitoba in an in-demand occupation consistent with their training.  Eligibility for this stream Education: You have to have graduated in the past 3 years from a designated post-secondary institution in Manitoba Employment in Manitoba: You must have a full-time job offer from an eligible Manitoba employer, with a minimum One year contract on Manitoba’s published In-Demand Occupations list. Settlement Funds Official Languages Proficiency: Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 Adaptability: You have to show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination. Graduate Internship Pathway GIP (Graduate Internship Pathway) provides quicker nomination pathways for international student master and doctoral graduates through internships contributing to industry innovation in Manitoba.  International Student Entrepreneur Pilot ISEP (International Student Entrepreneur Pilot) will provide per year up to 20 international students who have graduated in Manitoba the opportunity to pursue entrepreneurship rather than employment. Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. Eligibility for the ISEP  Business Experience Official Languages Proficiency would be Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 Education: Complete a full-time post-secondary program in Manitoba that has to be at least 2 years in duration. Age-21-35 Business Performance Agreement See the latest Manitoba PNP draws Business Investor Stream BIS (Business Investor Stream) allows Manitoba to recruit and nominate qualified business investors and entrepreneurs from around the world who have the capability to start or purchase businesses in Manitoba. There are two pathways under the BIS following: Entrepreneur Pathway: It is for applicants seeking to open a business in Manitoba; and Farm Investor Pathway: this stream is for those intending to establish and operate a farm operation in rural Manitoba. Is MPNP the best Option to Come to Canada? Manitoba PNP draw is one of the quickest ways to Immigration to Canada. Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program is looking for recent graduates, skilled workers, businesspeople, and their families with the intention and ability to successfully settle and economically establish in Manitoba as permanent residents. MPNP draws make it easy to immigrate and settle in Canada.  How long is Manitoba PNP processing time 2024? The Manitoba PNP processing time in 2024 may vary depending on numerous factors, such as volumes of applications and the very stream under which the applicant applies. On average, the processing time for a Manitoba PNP is close to 6 to 9 months. The applicants who get an Invitation to Apply through a Manitoba PNP Draw can expect such applications to be processed within this estimated time frame, but could be delayed if there’s missing documentation or further required assessment. Candidates should prepare their applications completely and ensure that they are accurate as well to avoid unnecessary delay. Another thing is keeping up with the latest news from the Manitoba immigration authorities, as there may be updates in the processing times. To know more details about the MPNP stream or Manitoba PNP draw, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. 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Latest Express Entry draw #229 (1)

Latest Express Entry draw #229 

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On August 17, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,250 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under Express Entry. In this round of invitations, no program has been specified. In round #229, the cut-off score was 525 points, 8 points fewer compared to the previous draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was December 28, 2021, at 13:43:47 UTC. As of August 15, 2022, there are 238,947 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool, 23 more compared to the previous update. In 2022, Canada issued 18,288 ITAs through Express Entry. Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. The invitation to apply for permanent residence under the latest Express Entry draw #229 was published on August 17, 2022. Table of the New Invitation draw Program Specified No  Number of invitations issued 2,250 Rank required to be invited to apply 2,250 or above Date and time of round August 17, 2022 at 13:43:47 UTC CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited 525 Tie-breaking rule December 28, 2021 at 11:03:15 UTC Instruction for the New Invitation Every new invitation round has a set of instructions. posted online at the time of the invitation round used by the Express Entry system to invite candidates from the pool The included instructions are: the date and time of the invitation round the number of candidates that will get an invitation to apply which immigration program is included in the round (some invitation rounds may only invite candidates for 1 program, for example only from Federal Skilled Trades) Who are Eligibles for this latest Draw? The eligible Candidates who were eligible for this latest express entry draw #229 invitations are given below: Federal Skilled Worker Canadian Experience Class Federal Skilled Trades and Provincial Nominee Program  IRCC ranks Express Entry candidates in the pool using a points-based system called the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System). Almost every 2 weeks, IRCC invites the top candidates in the pool to apply for permanent residence during rounds of invitations. To know more details about the Latest Express Entry draw you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associates

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Top Ten Cities in Canada with Better Employment Opportunities

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Canada is loaded with employment opportunities, you only have to find your preferred city that matches your profession. Migrating to a new city to find the job you deserve can never be a bad idea. Every province in Canada is experiencing labor shortages, creating the perfect environment for foreign nationals to get a job and permanent residency under provincial economic immigration programs. Canada’s labor market remains tight, according to BMO senior economist Robert Kavcic in his latest Regional Labour Market Report Card: Coast-to-Coast Tightness.  Get a free Assessment According to the report, in the second quarter of 2022, the top ten Cities in Canada for labor market performance were:  St. Catharines:  St. Catharines is the biggest city in Canada’s Niagara Region and the sixth-largest urban area in the province of Ontario. It is a city that offers many conveniences and opportunities to its residents. St. Catharines is also known for its friendliness, charm, and pride. Saskatoon:  Saskatoon is the largest city in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. It perches on a bend in the South Saskatchewan River in the central region of the province.  And some other Top Ten Cities in Canada for labor market performance are Guelph  Halifax Oshawa Calgary Ottawa Edmonton Kelowna and St. John’s. Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. Canada has always been welcoming skilled workers from everywhere around the world and provided them with numerous job opportunities across Canada to succeed. In recent years, statistics show substantial job growth in Canada thus making its job market powerful for International employers. To know more details about the top ten Cities in Canada, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Ontario Entrepreneur Stream

Ontario Entrepreneur Stream Issued 28 Invitations

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Ontario Entrepreneur Stream Issued 28 Invitations on August 16, 2022, OINP released the results of the new draw under the Entrepreneur Stream. In this draw, the province invited 28 business candidates. The minimum score of this round was 138, eight points fewer compared to the July 15 draw.  The OINP noted that those whose Expressions of Interest were scored by August 8, 2022, were eligible for this draw. This year, the Government of Ontario invited 82 business candidates to apply for the provincial nomination. Join our newsletter and up-to-date immigration news Click here. What is Ontario Entrepreneur Stream? The OINP means Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program which is the province’s economic immigration program. It works in partnership with the Government of Canada through IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada).  The Entrepreneur Stream is an immigration stream under the OINP (Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program). It is established under the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015, and its regulations. For your application to be approved you must follow the process and meet the criteria established under the regulations. Get a free assessment for Entrepreneur Stream Who can Apply for this Stream? You can apply for this stream if you are an entrepreneur who is a foreign national and interested in starting a new business or buying an existing business in Ontario. It is a pathway for entrepreneurs to become permanent residents once their business has been established.  Requirements for the Ontario Issued 28 invitations Stream Business experience Personal investment funds and minimum equity Active involvement Capital investment purpose Job creation Additional requirements if purchasing an existing business Canadian and Ontario legal requirements Permanent business Business premises in Ontario Qualifying third-party investors Language Active management etc These are some mandatory requirements for Entrepreneur Stream. To know more details about 28 invitations and Entrepreneur Stream you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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List of the Top 50 Universities in Canada 2022

List of the Top 50 Universities in Canada 2022

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These top 50 universities in Canada have been numerically ranked based on their positions in the overall best performance. For example, universities were evaluated based on their academic and employer reputations, research performance, and their ratings by members of the academic community around the country. The top 50 universities in Canada are the following: 1. University of Toronto The University of Toronto is Canada’s top university with a long history of challenging the impossible and transforming society through the ingenuity and resolve of its faculty, students, alumni, and supporters. The University of Toronto is a leading university, not only in Canada but also across the world. It is ranked 18th as the best university globally. It was established in 1827. The University of Toronto is the number one Canadian university on the list of top universities in Canada. Get a free Assessment 2. University of British Columbia    The University of British Columbia was established in 1908. It is a public institution located in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is not only ranked in Canada but also ranked on the globe as 35th. The total number of students is 56,921 among them international students are 19,262.  3. McGill University McGill University is one of the top-notch public institutions that was founded in 1821 and is located in Quebec, Canada. McGill University is ranked #51 in Best Global Universities. 4. McMaster University The University of McMaster University was founded in 1887, it is ranked in the world’s Top 75 by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. It has six main academic divisions –  engineering health sciences humanities science social sciences and  the DeGroote School of Business  5. University of Alberta The University of Alberta is ranked #135 in Best Global Universities by US News. It is one of the top teaching and research universities in Canada, with an international reputation for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering, and health sciences. The University of Alberta is ranked 5 among the list of top 50 universities in Canada. It was founded in 1908. And some other top Canadian Universities are given: 6.              Simon Fraser University 7.              York University Toronto 8.              University of Calgary 9.              University of Waterloo  10.          Université de Montréal 11.          Western University   12.          University of Victoria   13.          Queen’s University    14.          Université Laval  15.          Toronto Metropolitan University 16.          University of Guelph 17.          Carleton University 18.          Dalhousie University 19.          University of Saskatchewan 20.          University of Ottawa 21.          Concordia University 22.          University of Manitoba 23.          Université du Québec à Montréal 24.          Memorial University of Newfoundland 25.          Université de Sherbrooke 26.          University of New Brunswick 27.          Brock University 28.          Wilfrid Laurier University 29.          University of Windsor 30.          University of Regina 31.          University of Lethbridge 32.          British Columbia Institute of Technology 33.          École Polytechnique de Montréal 34.          The University of Winnipeg 35.          Université du Québec à Chicoutimi 36.          HEC Montreal 37.          Université du Québec 38.          Trent University 39.          Acadia University 40.          Lakehead University 41.          École de Technologie Supérieure 42.          Vancouver Island University 43.          Ontario Tech University     44.          University of Northern British Columbia 45.          Kwantlen Polytechnic University 46.          University of Prince Edward Island 47.          Thompson Rivers University 48.          Saint Mary’s University 49.          OCAD University 50.          Laurentian University Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here. Why Choose Canada to Study? We have given a list of the top 50 universities in Canada. There are not only the best universities in Canada but also the leading universities around the world. Canada is one of the world’s most developed countries and it’s able to provide its citizens with a high standard of education.  The country is one of the most popular destinations for Canadian or international students. There are also numerous scholarships and other educational aids made available to students, making Canada one of the best places to study in the world. To know more details about the top 50 universities in Canada, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.info All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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BC PNP International Graduates & Post Graduate Stream

BC PNP International Graduates & Post Graduate Stream

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The aim of the BC PNP International Graduate is to attract foreign students who have completed postgraduate or undergraduate education in British Columbia and would like to apply for a work permit and permanent residence in Canada. The BC PNP is offering a pathway to permanent residence for international graduates, skilled or semi-skilled workers, and their family members who want to settle in British Columbia. What is BC PNP BC PNP means British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program which is an economic immigration program that enables the province to directly select prospective immigrants to help address British Columbia’s labor market needs and contribute to the economic development of the province. Living in BC after Completing Graduation You can apply for a (PGWP) post-graduate work permit if you have recently completed your graduation from post-graduation school in BC. The Canadian working experience you gain while on this temporary work permit. It will be counted towards your application for permanent residence through the BC Provincial Nominee Program or the Canadian Experience Class. Or have you completed your graduation with a valid credential from an eligible Canadian university or college within the last three years? Then the international graduates may have the option to stay in BC and apply for permanent residency. Eligible Requirements For British Columbia PNP Stream To qualify for the BC PNP International Graduates requirements category you must:  have accepted a full-time, indeterminate job offer from a B.C. employer. The job must be classified as Skill Level A or B under the (NOC) National Occupational Classification. Management occupations (grouped under Skill Type 0 in the NOC) are not eligible under this category. have completed a diploma, degree, or certificate from an eligible post-secondary institution in Canada in the past three years be qualified to work in your occupation in B.C. for NOC skill level B occupations, meet minimum language requirements have, or be eligible for, legal immigration status in Canada have a wage offer in line with B.C. wage rates for the occupation show you can support yourself and your dependents This means that you meet the eligibility criteria to apply. International Post Graduates Have you graduated and have a degree in science or engineering from an eligible B.C. institution?  The International Post Graduate category will help you gain permanent residence in British Columbia. Remember that you don’t need a job offer to apply. Check your Eligible graduate degrees You have to have graduated in the last three years with a master’s or doctorate degree in one of the eligible programs in the following natural, applied, or health sciences disciplines: health professions and related programs agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences biological and biomedical sciences computer and information sciences and support services engineering engineering technology and engineering-related fields mathematics and statistics natural resources conservation physical sciences Eligible Requirements  To qualify for the BC PNP International Post-Graduate category, you must: have, or be eligible for, and have legal immigration status in Canada demonstrate that you have the ability and intent to live, and work in B.C. have completed a valid graduate program of study at an eligible post-secondary institution in B.C. in the last three years To use the Express Entry BC option, you must have  an IRCC Express Entry Profile Number  a Job Seeker Validation Code and  meet the federal minimum language requirements.  Get a free Assessment Priority Occupations for BC PNP draws The BC PNP chronologically issues invitations to candidates with experience in priority occupations. Generally, The priority occupations are divided into four categories: tech occupations,  healthcare occupations,  childcare occupations, and  other priority occupations.  These are the priority occupations for each category following: B.C. PNP Tech Occupations 0131 Telecommunication carriers managers 0213 Computer and information systems managers 0512 Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting, and performing arts 2131 Civil engineers 2132 Mechanical engineers 2133 Electrical and electronics engineers 2134 Chemical engineers 2147 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) 2171 Information systems analysts and consultants 2172 Database analysts and data administrators 2173 Software engineers and designers 2174 Computer programmers and interactive media developers 2175 Web designers and developers 2221 Biological technologists and technicians 2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians 2242 Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) 2243 Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics 2281 Computer network technicians 2282 User support technicians 2283 Information systems testing technicians 5121 Authors and writers 5122 Editors 5125 Translators, terminologists, and interpreters 5224 Broadcast technicians 5225 Audio and video recording technicians 5226 Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, and the performing arts 5227 Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography, and the performing arts 5241 Graphic designers and illustrators 6221 Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade Care Economy: Healthcare occupations 0311   Managers in healthcare 3011   Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors 3012   Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses 3111   Specialist physicians 3112   General practitioners and family physicians 3113   Dentists 3122   Chiropractors 3124   Allied primary health practitioners 3125   Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating 3131   Pharmacists 3132   Dietitians and nutritionists 3141   Audiologists and speech-language pathologists 3142   Physiotherapists 3143   Occupational therapists 3144   Other professional occupations in therapy and assessment 3211   Medical laboratory technologists 3212   Medical laboratory technicians and pathologists’ assistants 3214   Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists, and cardiopulmonary technologists 3215   Medical radiation technologists 3216   Medical sonographers 3217   Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists, n.e.c. 3219   Other medical technologists and technicians (except dental health) 3221   Denturists 3222   Dental hygienists and dental therapists 3223   Dental technologists, technicians, and laboratory assistants 3232   Practitioners of natural healing 3233   Licensed practical nurses 3234   Paramedical occupations 3237   Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment 3411   Dental assistants 3413   Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates* 4151   Psychologists 4152   Social workers 4153   Family, marriage, and other related counselors 4212   Social and community service workers British Columbia Care economy: Healthcare occupations 0311   Managers in healthcare

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