November 30, 2017 –  British Columbia immigration officials have advised that the final 2017 round of invitations under the B.C. PNP Tech Pilot will take place on December 18.

Draws are made weekly under the immigration stream that prioritizes processing for 32 specialist technology occupations that are in demand by employers in the province. It was launched earlier in 2017, with the first tech-only draw made on June 14.

The weekly draws will resume in the first week of January 2018, a statement from the province said.

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BC PNP Tech Pilot Launched By British Columbia Immigration
379 Candidates Invited to Apply For British Columbia Immigration
More Business Candidates Invited to Apply For British Columbia Immigration

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The BC PNP Tech Pilot prioritises technology sector applications for existing B.C. categories. This means candidates still need to meet the basic requirements of each British Columbia immigration category, including a job offer from a B.C. employer.

Categories include Skilled Workers, Health Care Professionals, International Graduates, International Post-Graduates and Entry-Level and Semi-Skilled Workers.

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BC PNP Tech Pilot: Key Features

Dedicated concierge service
Tech employers have access to relevant immigration information.

Weekly invitations for tech candidates
Tech employers have timely access to qualified individuals in the 32 key tech occupations.

Priority processing
Dedicated BC PNP Tech Team and next business day assignment of tech applications in the 32 in-demand occupations.

Focused outreach and engagement
BC PNP sessions and events tailored for the tech sector, including one-on-one employer support.

Source: www.welcomebc.ca

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BC PNP Tech Pilot: 32 In-Demand Occupations

NOC Code	Job Title
113	Purchasing managers
131	Telecommunication carriers managers
213	Computer and information systems managers
512	Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
1123	Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations
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
4163	Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants
5121	Authors and writers
5122	Editors
5125	Translators, terminologists and interpreters
5224	Broadcast technicians
5225	Audio and video recording technicians
5227	Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and the performing arts
5226	Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
5241	Graphic designers and illustrators
6221	Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade

Source: www.welcomebc.ca

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