The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted Expression of Interest Draw #87 on April 9, 2020, issuing a total of 153
Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) across multiple immigration streams. This
draw reflected Manitoba’s continued efforts to select candidates who could
contribute to the province’s labour market during a period of evolving global
challenges.
Under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream, 123 candidates received Letters of Advice to Apply, with the lowest-ranked candidate invited
having a score of 500. The cutoff score indicated ongoing competition among
in-province applicants, emphasizing the importance of stable employment, strong
language proficiency, and carefully prepared Expression of Interest profiles.
The International Education Stream accounted for 14
invitations, offering opportunities to eligible Manitoba graduates who met
employment and program requirements. While this stream does not rely on a
ranking score system, strict compliance with eligibility criteria and thorough
documentation remained essential for successful nomination.
Under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream, 16 candidates were
invited, with the lowest-ranked candidate having a score of 742. The notably
high cutoff score highlighted the highly competitive nature of overseas
selection during this round, where strong human capital factors, occupational
demand alignment, and credible provincial connections were critical.
Of the 153 Letters of Advice to Apply issued in Draw #87, 15
were granted to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number
and job seeker validation code. Express Entry-aligned nominations offered
selected applicants the benefit of faster federal processing and a more
streamlined pathway to permanent residence.
Expression of Interest Draw #87 demonstrated Manitoba’s
cautious yet structured provincial nomination strategy in early 2020, balancing
support for in-province skilled workers with selective overseas recruitment.
Monitoring ranking score movements remained important for candidates preparing
for future draws.
