The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held
Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #40 on January 31, 2018, issuing a total of
546 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) across several immigration pathways.
Invitations were distributed through the Skilled Worker in Manitoba, Skilled
Worker Overseas, and Express Entry sub-stream, reflecting Manitoba’s continued
effort to attract skilled individuals who can support the province’s workforce
and economic growth.
Skilled Worker in Manitoba
Under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream, 191 candidates
received invitations to apply for provincial nomination.
Lowest score invited: 524
This pathway primarily targets individuals already employed
in Manitoba. Candidates who demonstrate stable employment, relevant
professional experience, and language proficiency generally rank higher in the
Expression of Interest pool.
Skilled Worker Overseas – Strategic
Recruitment
The Skilled Worker Overseas stream issued 64 invitations to
candidates who had been directly invited by the MPNP through strategic
recruitment initiatives.
Lowest score invited: 647
These applicants were typically identified through
recruitment activities conducted by Manitoba to attract skilled professionals
from outside Canada whose qualifications align with provincial labour market
demands.
Skilled Worker Overseas – Manitoba
Connections
An additional 143 invitations were issued to overseas
candidates who demonstrated strong connections to Manitoba, such as having a
close family member living in the province or previous study or work experience
in Manitoba.
Lowest score invited: 605
To qualify, candidates were also required to have at least
six months of recent experience in an occupation listed on Manitoba’s In-Demand
Occupations List. Language requirements generally included a minimum Canadian
Language Benchmark (CLB) 5, although higher language levels were required for
certain professions. Regulated occupations typically required CLB 7, while
compulsory trades required CLB 6.
Express Entry Sub-Stream
Through the Express Entry sub-stream, 148 LAAs were issued
to candidates with an active Express Entry profile and job seeker validation
code.
Lowest score invited: 560
Applicants invited under this pathway also needed recent
work experience in an occupation identified on Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations
List. Nomination through this stream allows candidates to benefit from the
federal Express Entry system, significantly improving their chances of
obtaining permanent residence.
EOI Draw #40 demonstrated Manitoba’s multi-stream approach
to selecting skilled immigrants. By inviting candidates already working in the
province, individuals with established connections to Manitoba, and Express
Entry applicants with in-demand skills, the province continues to align its
immigration strategy with labour market needs. Staying informed about draw
results, score thresholds, and eligibility criteria can help prospective
applicants better prepare for opportunities under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee
Program.
