Dear future neighbour,
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted its most recent Expression of Interest (EOI) draw on August 21, 2025, issuing 77 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates across various strategic recruitment initiatives. This draw, numbered Expression of Interest (EOI) #252, reflects the province’s ongoing focus on addressing labour market needs while supporting diversity and community growth.
Details of the August 21 Draw
In this latest round, the minimum score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited was 612. Manitoba distributed invitations strategically across different recruitment categories, demonstrating its commitment to targeting diverse candidate pools.
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Employer Services: 6 candidates
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Francophone Community: 29 candidates
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Regional Communities: 31 candidates
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Ethnocultural Communities: 11 candidates
Notably, 18 of the 77 invited candidates had valid Express Entry profile numbers and job seeker validation codes. This means that, if nominated, these candidates could benefit from the additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points under the federal Express Entry system, significantly increasing their chances of obtaining permanent residence in Canada.
Earlier Draw in August: August 7, 2025
Before this latest selection, Manitoba held another EOI draw on August 7, 2025 (EOI #251). During that round, 37 candidates were invited, with a minimum score requirement of 724.
The invitations were distributed as follows:
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Employer Services: 15 candidates
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Francophone Community: 19 candidates
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Regional Communities: 1 candidate
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Ethnocultural Communities: 2 candidates
Additionally, 7 candidates in this draw had valid Express Entry profiles, strengthening their pathway toward federal permanent residency.
Why These Draws Matter
The two August draws show that Manitoba takes a flexible and targeted approach to immigration. By adjusting minimum score requirements and focusing on specific recruitment groups, the province makes sure it is selecting candidates who match its labour and community needs.
The difference in scores—724 on August 7 vs. 612 on August 21—shows that Manitoba changes its strategy based on the candidates available. This gives people with different backgrounds and strengths a chance to qualify, especially if they are connected to employers, francophone communities, or regional areas.
Another key point is the role of Express Entry. In total, 25 candidates across both draws had valid Express Entry profiles, which gives them a big advantage by making the process of getting permanent residency faster at the federal level.
Summary of Recent Manitoba PNP Draws
| Draw Date | Draw # | LAAs Issued | Minimum Score | Express Entry Invited | Key Stream Breakdown |
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| August 21, 2025 | #252 | 77 | 612 | 18 | Employer Services (6), Francophone (29), Regional (31), Ethnocultural (11) |
| August 7, 2025 | #251 | 37 | 724 | 7 | Employer Services (15), Francophone (19), Regional (1), Ethnocultural (2) |
The August 21, 2025 draw represents Manitoba’s largest selection round this month, both in terms of invitations and inclusivity across different recruitment categories. For prospective applicants, the message is clear: maintaining a strong and up-to-date EOI profile, including any Express Entry details, can significantly improve the chances of selection.
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