Manitoba Introduces Workforce Transition Bridge Temporary Public Policy for Eligible TPP Candidates

The new policy allows eligible workers previously supported under Manitoba’s 2024 and 2025 Temporary Public Policies to request a new work permit support letter and continue
working while pursuing permanent residence.

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has announced the Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge Temporary Public Policy, a new measure designed to support certain temporary foreign workers who were previously identified under Manitoba’s expired Temporary Public Policies (TPP).

The new policy provides eligible individuals with an opportunity to receive a new Manitoba Support Letter, which can be used to apply for a Manitoba-specific open work permit
through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

However, the MPNP has clarified that this measure is not an extension of the previous Temporary Public Policy for new candidates. Individuals who did not previously receive a
Manitoba Support Letter under the 2024 or 2025 TPP will not be eligible to request a work permit support letter under this policy.

Who may be eligible?

To qualify for a support letter under the Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge Temporary Public Policy, applicants must meet all eligibility requirements, including:

• They previously received a Manitoba Support Letter under the 2024 or 2025 Temporary Public Policy;
• They hold, or previously held, a valid IRCC-issued work permit based on the previous TPP, and the permit has
  expired or will expire within the next 60 days;
• They are currently working full-time in Manitoba (minimum 30 hours per week) and have an ongoing job offer from their
  current employer;
• They remain eligible to apply to the MPNP and have an active Expression of Interest (EOI) profile; and
• They have not already received an MPNP nomination.

Eligible individuals can submit a request through the MPNP webform and provide supporting documents, including their previous Manitoba Support Letter, IRCC work permit, and valid
passport or government-issued identification.

How many Support Letters Available?

Under the new temporary policy, Manitoba may issue up to 2,700 support letters to eligible individuals who were previously supported under the 2024 and 2025 Temporary Public
Policies.

The new support letter can be used to apply for a Manitoba-specific open work permit. However, receiving a work permit under this policy does not guarantee nomination by the MPNP. Applicants must continue to meet all provincial nomination requirements.

The Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge Temporary Public Policy is a time-limited measure and will remain in effect until December 31, 2027, unless revoked earlier.

This policy aims to provide additional stability to eligible workers who are already contributing to Manitoba’s workforce while allowing the province additional time to assess and process permanent residence pathways.