May 15, 2018 – Manitoba immigration officials have conducted a new Expression of Interest draw under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program.

The May 11 2018 MPNP draw saw 626 candidates invited to apply across four Manitoba streams

Of the invites, 151 went to candidates for the province’s new Express Entry Pathway, part of the Skilled Workers Overseas stream, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 562 points. 

A further 99 candidates were invited as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, also part of the SWO, with a lowest score of 706 points. An SRI is when a batch of candidates are invited to apply to fill a specific labour market need.

Another 109 invited went to SWO Human Capital Pathway candidates with a minimum score of 602 points who:

• Had a close relative in Manitoba or past education or work experience in the province.
• Had 6 months of recent experience in a Manitoba in-demand occupation.
• Met minimum language requirements.

The remaining 267 invitations, with a lowest score of 500 points, went to candidates under the Skilled Workers In Manitoba (SWM) stream.

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MPNP: May 11, 2018 Draw

Stream	Sub-Stream	Invitations to Apply	Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate
1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba		267	500
2) Skilled Workers Overseas	a) Strategic Recruitment Initiative	99	706
	b) Human Capital Pathway	109	602
	c) Express Entry Pathway	151	562

Source: www.immigratemanitoba.com

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This was the 44^th draw for Manitoba immigration, which has significantly move away from the 2017 trend in MPNP activity at the beginning of 2018. Up to the end of 2017, Manitoba draws were dominated by the SWM stream, but the first draws of 2018 have seen the majority of invites given to candidates based overseas under the SWO stream.

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The previous Manitoba draw on April 13, 2018 saw 400 candidates invited to apply across two Manitoba streams.

Of the invites, 316 went to candidates for the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream, with the lowest-ranked candidate scoring 534 points. 

A further 84 candidates were invited under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, part of the Skilled Workers Overseas stream, with a lowest score of 703 points. An SRI is when a batch of candidates are invited to apply to fill a specific labour market need.

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MPNP: April 13, 2018 Draw

Stream	Sub-Stream	Invitations to Apply	Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate
1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba		316	534
2) Skilled Workers Overseas	a) Strategic Recruitment Initiative	84	703

Source: www.immigratemanitoba.com

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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.

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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.

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