Congratulations to all the successful candidates!
In the history of Manitoba, this is the largest draw in the last 10 years and
it’s great news for many hopeful immigrants.
For the first time in 2025, Manitoba held an International
Education Stream (IES) draw with no conditions. A record-breaking 1,866
candidates were selected under IES, including 1,466 Ukrainian citizens and 15
candidates through Strategic Recruitment Initiative (SRI). In total, 3,347
candidates received invitations.
What This Means for Applicants
While this is exciting, there are some important things
every applicant must keep in mind when applying for the Manitoba Provincial
Nominee Program (MPNP):
- Processing
Time: It currently takes 9–12 months to receive a Manitoba nomination.
After nomination, you can extend your work permit.
- Keep
Your Status Valid: If your status is about to expire, contact MPNP and
request nomination before expiry.
Why IES Applicants Face More PFLs
Recently, there have been no Skilled Worker draws for the
past 5 months, so many people are rushing into IES applications “by hook or
crook.” But more IES applications also mean more Procedural Fairness Letters
(PFLs).
The most common reasons IES applicants receive PFLs are:
- Wrong
NOC selection
- Job
duties not matching the NOC
- Fabricated
job offers
- Job
duties not aligning with your course of study
For example: The main duty of a Cook (NOC 63200) is to
prepare complete meals. Jobs at places like Tim Hortons usually don’t qualify,
because they don’t prepare full meals.
The Risk of Misrepresentation
A PFL can lead to serious consequences, including a 6-month
to 2-year ban for misrepresentation. That’s why it is critical to be very
careful when submitting your PNP application.
For more guidance, watch our detailed videos on NOC, PFL,
and IES.
Book your first free in-person consultation with our immigration lawyer to
ensure your application is error-free.
