2019-09-13 – Manitoba immigration authorities have conducted a new provincial draw, issuing 347 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) through three provincial streams.

The September 12 Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program draw again focused on the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream, with 254 LAAs issued and the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 545 points.

There were also 53 LAAs issued as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative (SRI), falling under the Skilled Workers Overseas stream. The lowest-ranked SRI candidate scored 706 points.

An SRI is when candidates are invited to fulfill a specific labour market need.

International Education Stream candidates received the final 40 LAAs

Read More

Manitoba Immigration Makes Changes To In-Demand Occupations
Manitoba Plans New Policies To Help Immigrants Settle In Rural Areas
Charting the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Success Story
Manitoba Launches Two New Streams Aimed At International Graduates

Manitoba stated that 45 of the 347 candidates had valid Express Entry IDs and job seeker validation codes.

For detailed requirements of all the streams featured in this draw, please see below.

This was the 72^nd draw in the history of the MPNP.

What Were the Details of September 12 Manitoba Draw?

The previous Manitoba draw, which took place on August 15 with details announced on September 12, saw 360 LAAs issued.

Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream candidates again received the most LAAs, at 241, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 542 points.

A further 83 LAAs were issued via an SRI under the Skilled Workers Overseas stream. The lowest-ranked candidate here scored 685 points.

The final 36 LAAs were issued through the International Education Stream.

What Were the Details of August 15 Manitoba Draw?

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream?

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is based on the specific needs of Manitoba employers. SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for Canada permanent residence. The stream prioritizes candidates with a strong attachment to Manitoba, with two pathways to Manitoba immigration.

a) Manitoba Work Experience Pathway

For applicants currently working in Manitoba on temporary work permits, through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or as international graduates from any province. Candidates do not need to be working in In-Demand Occupations.

b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers.

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream?

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) includes both a dedicated Canada Express Entry Pathway and a direct provincial pathway.

It is aimed at international skilled workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Priority is given to applicants and spouses with close family connections, plus the language proficiency, training and experience to find jobs quickly.

a) Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

For international candidates eligible under another MPNP stream, who also meet Express Entry criteria and have an active Express Entry profile. Candidates need skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations, and a strong family connection to the province.

b) Human Capital Pathway

For international skilled workers with skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Candidates must demonstrate potential to find employment soon after they arrive in Manitoba.

What Are The Requirements For the International Education Stream?

The International Education Stream (IES) is dedicated to international graduates from Manitoba colleges and universities. Under IES, candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before applying for an MPNP nomination. It has three pathways:

1) Career Employment Pathway  

Eligibility requirements include:

• Completed a one-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution within three years of submission of application.
• Have a full-time job offer in a Manitoba In-Demand occupation related to the completed degree
• Resident of Manitoba

2) Graduate Internship Pathway

Masters and Doctoral degree holders who have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships can apply for nomination through internships even without a job offer in the province.

3) Student Entrepreneur Pathway

Eligibility requirements include:

• Completed a two-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution
• Six months business operation experience in Manitoba
• Resident of Manitoba since graduation.
• No specific minimum personal net worth requirement