C&A Insights Team
BC PNP Skills Immigration Draw Shifts Timing
BC PNP Skills Immigration draw shifts its timing wherein applications submitted prior to the draw date will be eligible as of April 30, 2024
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ADVANTAGE OF B.C PNP
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is a provincial immigration program that allows the province of British Columbia to nominate skilled and semi-skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneur immigrants for permanent residency in a fast-track route.
BC PNP prioritizes candidates who have in-demand skills, thereby increasing their chances of securing a job in a wide range of occupations. Successful nominees get additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points in the Express Entry system and will be eligible to bring their families to British Columbia.
If you’re unsure of how to begin your immigration journey, our team offers a consultation service where we can evaluate your unique circumstances and recommend the most suitable immigration options for you. Our focus on personalized solutions ensures that every client receives the highest level of service and support throughout their immigration journey.
When you receive a nomination from the BC PNP, you do not need to go through the hassle of obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) before applying for a work permit.
Once nominated by the BC PNP, you can use this as a pathway to apply for permanent residency through the Provincial Nominee Program, which allows you to settle and work in British Columbia permanently.
When you are nominated to BC PNP under the Express Entry stream, you can receive an additional 600 points in your Express Entry profile. This significantly increases your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
If you receive a nomination from the BC PNP, you are eligible to apply for a work permit while waiting for your permanent residency application to be processed. This allows you to start working in British Columbia while you wait for your permanent residency status.
You have the options for various categories of National Occupational Classification (NOC) TEER 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. This means that individuals with different skill sets and occupations can apply for the program, making it accessible to a wider range of potential immigrants.
B.C PNP IMMIGRATION CATEGORIES.
Skills Immigration.
BCPNP Skills Immigration is categorized under the following categories:
Skilled Workers: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer in a skilled occupation. Workers are expected to have several years of experience in their skilled occupation.
Healthcare Professionals: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer from a public health authority in BC as a physician, nurse practitioner, or midwife.
International Graduates: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer and completed their studies from a Canadian college or university within the past 3 years.
International Post Graduates: A special category that does not require a job offer for Masters or PhD holders from a qualified BC Institute in the special list of programs, such as natural, applied, or health sciences.
Entry-level and Semi-Skilled: A special category for individuals working in BC in the tourism/hospitality or food processing sectors as well as for those working in the Northeast Development Region of BC in NOC 3 or 4 occupations.
Express Entry
BCPNP Express Entry is categorized under the following categories:
Express Entry BC - Skilled Workers: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer in a skilled occupation. Workers are expected to have several years of experience in their skilled occupation.
Express Entry BC - Healthcare Professionals: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer from a public health authority in BC as a physician, nurse practitioner, or midwife.
Express Entry BC - International Graduates: Category for individuals who have received an eligible job offer and completed their studies from a Canadian college or university within the past 3 years.
Express Entry BC - International Post Graduates: A special category that does not require a job offer for Masters or PhD holders from a qualified BC Institute in the special list of programs, such as natural, applied, or health sciences.
Entrepreneur Immigration
The Entrepreneur Immigration stream of BC PNP is a path to permanent residency in BC for experienced entrepreneurs who not only have the financial capacity to invest but also have the commitment and skills to actively manage a business within the province.
Entrepreneur Immigration runs three streams:
Base: For experienced entrepreneurs to establish new businesses and are looking to take the reins of existing businesses and grow their potential in the beautiful province of BC.
Regional Pilot: For entrepreneurs who are willing to set up new businesses that are consistent with the economic development priorities of participating BC communities.
Strategic Projects: For foreign companies planning to set up a branch or subsidiary in BC.
B.C. PNP Tech
BC PNP Tech Pilot is an expedited immigration pathway designed for people with technical skills and a job offer in British Columbia in a technical field.
The BC PNP Tech Pilot provides innovative opportunities for tech job seekers in British Columbia, including invitations to apply for registrants with an eligible job offer, quick file assignments to simplify the process, and eligibility for employment offers that are limited in duration.
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