


Dear future neighbour,
On November 20, the latest BC PNP draw invited about 15 candidates to apply for permanent residency (PR) through targeted rounds. Among these, 4 invitations were specifically directed toward candidates in 35 technology-related occupations, covering both the skilled worker and international graduate streams, as well as their Express Entry counterparts. The cutoff score for this draw saw an increase of 13 points compared to the previous BC PNP Tech draw.
Additionally, 3 invitations were extended to individuals with experience as early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202). Moreover, 4 candidates with backgrounds in 39 healthcare-related professions received invitations, while another 4 applicants from 25 construction-related fields were invited.
See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations
- 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
- 72102 Sheet metal workers
- 72103 Boilermakers
- 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
- 72105 Ironworkers
- 72106 Welders and related machine operators
- 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
- 72201 Industrial electricians
- 72300 Plumbers
- 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
- 72302 Gas fitters
- 72310 Carpenters
- 72311 Cabinetmakers
- 72320 Bricklayers
- 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
- 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
- 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
- 72500 Crane operators
- 73100 Concrete finishers
- 73101 Tilesetters
- 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
- 73110 Roofers and shinglers
- 73111 Glaziers
- 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
- 73113 Floor covering installers
See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations
- 30010 Managers in health care
- 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
- 31101 Specialists in surgery
- 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
- 31110 Dentists
- 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
- 31120 Pharmacists
- 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
- 31200 Psychologists
- 31201 Chiropractors
- 31202 Physiotherapists
- 31203 Occupational therapists
- 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
- 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
- 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
- 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
- 31302 Nurse practitioners
- 31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
- 32101 Licensed practical nurses
- 32102 Paramedical occupations
- 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
- 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
- 32110 Denturists
- 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
- 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
- 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
- 32121 Medical radiation technologists
- 32122 Medical sonographers
- 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
- 32124 Pharmacy technicians
- 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
- 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
- 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
- 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
- 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
- 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
- 41300 Social workers
- 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
- 42201 Social and community service workers
See below details of latest BC PNP Draw:
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
November 20 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 102 | 3 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 107 | 4 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 116 | 4 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 141 | 4 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

Dear future neighbour,
The most recent BC PNP draw, held on November 13, over 24 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued across both general and targeted rounds.
In the general draw, 10 invitations were given to candidates in the Skilled Worker and International Graduate categories, including their Express Entry versions.
Compared to the previous BC PNP general draw, the cutoff score rose by 9 points.
See below details of the latest BC PNP Draw
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
November 13, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 143 | 10 |
Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 143 | |||
International Graduate | 143 | |||
International Graduate – EEBC option | 143 | |||
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled | 121 | |||
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 102 | 5 | |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 105 | 4 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 113 | 5 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations
- 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
- 72102 Sheet metal workers
- 72103 Boilermakers
- 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
- 72105 Ironworkers
- 72106 Welders and related machine operators
- 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
- 72201 Industrial electricians
- 72300 Plumbers
- 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
- 72302 Gas fitters
- 72310 Carpenters
- 72311 Cabinetmakers
- 72320 Bricklayers
- 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
- 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
- 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
- 72500 Crane operators
- 73100 Concrete finishers
- 73101 Tilesetters
- 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
- 73110 Roofers and shinglers
- 73111 Glaziers
- 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
- 73113 Floor covering installers
See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations
- 30010 Managers in health care
- 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
- 31101 Specialists in surgery
- 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
- 31110 Dentists
- 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
- 31120 Pharmacists
- 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
- 31200 Psychologists
- 31201 Chiropractors
- 31202 Physiotherapists
- 31203 Occupational therapists
- 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
- 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
- 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
- 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
- 31302 Nurse practitioners
- 31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
- 32101 Licensed practical nurses
- 32102 Paramedical occupations
- 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
- 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
- 32110 Denturists
- 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
- 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
- 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
- 32121 Medical radiation technologists
- 32122 Medical sonographers
- 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
- 32124 Pharmacy technicians
- 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
- 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
- 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
- 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
- 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
- 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
- 41300 Social workers
- 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
- 42201 Social and community service workers
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

Dear future neighbour,
On November 6, British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its most recent draw, where 51 candidates received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in specific invitation rounds.
Invitations were extended to candidates in various fields, including tech occupations, early childhood education, 39 healthcare-related occupations, and 25 construction-related occupations.
The cutoff score for this draw saw an increase of 11 points compared to the previous general draw conducted by the BC PNP.
See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of November 6
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
November 6, 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
96 | 7 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 97 | 5 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 111 | 8 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 128 | 31 |
See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations
- 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
- 72102 Sheet metal workers
- 72103 Boilermakers
- 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
- 72105 Ironworkers
- 72106 Welders and related machine operators
- 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
- 72201 Industrial electricians
- 72300 Plumbers
- 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
- 72302 Gas fitters
- 72310 Carpenters
- 72311 Cabinetmakers
- 72320 Bricklayers
- 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
- 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
- 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
- 72500 Crane operators
- 73100 Concrete finishers
- 73101 Tilesetters
- 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
- 73110 Roofers and shinglers
- 73111 Glaziers
- 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
- 73113 Floor covering installers
See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations
- 30010 Managers in health care
- 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
- 31101 Specialists in surgery
- 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
- 31110 Dentists
- 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
- 31120 Pharmacists
- 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
- 31200 Psychologists
- 31201 Chiropractors
- 31202 Physiotherapists
- 31203 Occupational therapists
- 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
- 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
- 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
- 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
- 31302 Nurse practitioners
- 31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
- 32101 Licensed practical nurses
- 32102 Paramedical occupations
- 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
- 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
- 32110 Denturists
- 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
- 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
- 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
- 32121 Medical radiation technologists
- 32122 Medical sonographers
- 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
- 32124 Pharmacy technicians
- 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
- 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
- 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
- 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
- 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
- 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
- 41300 Social workers
- 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
- 42201 Social and community service workers
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
In the latest BC PNP draw held on October 30, approximately 83 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued in both general and targeted rounds of invitations.
See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of October 30
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
October 30, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 134 | 31 |
Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 134 | |||
International Graduate | 134 | |||
International Graduate – EEBC option | 134 | |||
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled | 117 | |||
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
90 | 20 | |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 96 | 20 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 104 | 12 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
In the most recent BC PNP draw held on October 22, approximately 122 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued in targeted rounds.
Of the invitations, 60 were issued for 35 tech occupations under the skilled worker and international graduate streams, including Express Entry variants, with a 1-point increase in the cutoff score from the previous draw. Additionally, 41 invitations went to early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202).
The draw extended 11 invitations to candidates with experience in 39 healthcare-related occupations. Also, 10 applicants with experience in 25 construction-related occupations were invited through British Columbia’s new category-based draw.
See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of October 22
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
October 22, 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 41 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 89 | 10 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 11 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 117 | 60 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
On October 8, British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted its latest draw, issuing about 173 invitations to apply for permanent residency. Among these, 83 invitations targeted skilled workers and international graduates in 35 tech occupations, with the cutoff score dropping slightly by one point compared to the last tech draw.
In addition to tech roles, 44 invitations were extended to those with experience as early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors. Furthermore, 21 applicants with backgrounds in 39 healthcare occupations were also invited. Adding to the excitement, 25 individuals from various construction fields received invitations through a new category-based draw introduced late last year, showcasing BC’s commitment to attracting talent across diverse sectors.
See below details of latest BC PNP draw of October 8:
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
October 8, 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 44 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 89 | 25 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 21 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 116 | 83 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
See below details of BC PNP draw of October 2:
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
October 2, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 128 | 81 |
Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 128 | |||
International Graduate | 128 | |||
International Graduate – EEBC option | 128 | |||
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled | 110 | |||
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 35 | |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 89 | 23 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 28 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
In the most recent BC PNP draw on October 2, approximately 167 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued in both general and targeted rounds.
Among these, 81 invitations were awarded in a general draw, encompassing skilled worker and international graduate streams, along with their express entry counterparts.
See below details of BC PNP Draw of October 2
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
October 2, 2024 | General | Skilled Worker | 128 | 81 |
Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 128 | |||
International Graduate | 128 | |||
International Graduate – EEBC option | 128 | |||
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled | 110 | |||
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 35 | |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 89 | 23 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 28 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
On September 24, the latest BC PNP draw invited about 145 candidates to apply for permanent residency through targeted rounds. Among these, 57 invitations were extended in a specialized draw for 35 tech occupations, focusing on skilled workers and international graduates, including those in the Express Entry categories.
Interestingly, the cutoff score in this round remained unchanged from the previous BC PNP general draw, maintaining consistency in the selection process for eligible candidates. This draw continues BC’s focus on attracting top talent in key sectors.
See below details of latest BC PNP draw of September 24
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
September 24, 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 42 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 89 | 22 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 24 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 117 | 57 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

Dear future neighbour,
On September 10, 2024, British Columbia conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program draw, issuing approximately 151 invitations to apply for permanent residency to candidates across various categories. The draw focused on skilled workers, international graduates, and entry-level and semi-skilled candidates.
The invitations targeted individuals in priority occupations, such as tech, healthcare, and childcare, to help address key labor shortages in the province.
This draw continues British Columbia’s efforts to attract skilled professionals and support economic growth by meeting labor market demands across key sectors.
See below details of latest BC PNP draw
Date | Draw type | Stream | Minimum Score |
Number of invitations |
---|---|---|---|---|
September 10, 2024 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) |
83 | 30 |
Targeting 25 Construction occupations | 88 | 19 | ||
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations | 99 | 18 | ||
Targeting 35 tech occupations | 117 | 84 | ||
Veterinary care | 80 | <5 |
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com