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Dear future neighbour,

On April 17, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a new Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream, issuing 27 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to eligible candidates. The minimum EOI score required for this invitation round was 621.

Importantly, only candidates who were invited directly by the MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative were considered in this draw.

See below details of this draw:

• Draw Date: April 17, 2025

• Stream: Skilled Worker Overseas

• Number of LAAs Issued: 27

• Minimum EOI Score: 621

• Eligibility Criteria: Candidates invited directly by MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative

This draw reflects Manitoba’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers from abroad who can contribute to the province’s labor market and economic growth. Candidates invited in this draw demonstrated strong potential to integrate into Manitoba’s workforce and communities.

What is a Strategic Recruitment Initiative?

Strategic Recruitment Initiatives are special outreach programs conducted by MPNP in partnership with employers or through targeted recruitment missions. Candidates selected under these initiatives typically have strong ties to Manitoba or have been identified as filling high-demand occupations in the province.

This pathway allows the province to directly engage with potential immigrants who align with Manitoba’s current economic and demographic needs, ensuring a more effective immigration strategy.

To be eligible for consideration under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Be between the ages of 21 and 45, unless a specific exception is made by the employer.

• Have completed post-secondary education as required by the employer and the occupation. In certain pilot programs, on-the-job training may be accepted as a substitute.

• Possess at least two years of full-time work experience in the past five years in an occupation related to the job being offered.

• Demonstrate adequate language proficiency according to the skill level of the occupation:

  • For jobs in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations: A minimum language proficiency of CLB 5 in all language abilities (English or French) is required.

  • For jobs in TEER 4 or 5 occupations: A minimum language proficiency of CLB 4 in all language abilities is required.

• All candidates must score a minimum of 60 points on the MPNP’s assessment grid, which is based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language skills.

Priority is given to candidates who are willing to settle outside the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region.

Also applicants who have significant connections to other provinces such as previous employment or education outside Manitoba may be considered less likely to remain in the province and could face a higher risk of refusal.

Understanding the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream

The Skilled Worker Overseas stream is designed for individuals who have skills and training in Manitoba’s in-demand occupations. Candidates are assessed based on factors such as work experience, education, language proficiency, and their connection to Manitoba, including close family ties, previous education or work experience in the province, or an invitation under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.​

Recent MPNP Draws Overview

In 2025, Manitoba has continued to issue LAAs through various streams to meet its labor market needs. For instance, on February 20, 2025, the province issued 41 LAAs, with 22 invitations extended under a strategic recruitment initiative in the Skilled Worker Overseas stream, requiring a minimum score of 711.

Manitoba’s consistent draws highlight the province’s commitment to attracting skilled immigrants who can contribute to its economic development.

Do you require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com