MPNP Points: How to Calculate Work Experience

Work experience can contribute up to 75 points under the MPNP Skilled Worker points assessment. However, not every period of employment automatically counts.

For MPNP points purposes, work experience is generally calculated using documented full-time employment completed during the five years before the application is submitted. Manitoba defines full-time employment as at least 30 hours per week.

Only continuous periods of employment lasting six months or longer are considered when calculating work-experience points.

MPNP Work Experience Points

Example A

If an applicant has:

·         8 months of continuous full-time employment with Employer A;

·         4 months with Employer B; and

·         1 year and 6 months with Employer C.

The 4-month period would not normally be counted because it is less than six continuous months.

The qualifying experience is: 8 months + 1 year 6 months = 2 years and 2 months. For MPNP EOI purposes, this falls under the 2 years of work experience category, giving 50 points.

Example B

If you have 10 months of continuous work experience with your employer when creating your MPNP EOI profile, you must manually update your profile after completing 12 months to claim 40 points for one year of work experience, if eligible.

 Incorrect calculation of work experience is a common reason applicants may receive a Procedural Fairness Letter (PFL) or face refusal of their MPNP application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can experience from different employers be counted?

Potentially. Each period must meet the applicable MPNP requirements, including the requirement that qualifying periods be continuous and at least six months long.

Does part-time employment count?

No, the published MPNP work-experience factor is based on full-time employment, generally defined as at least 30 hours per week.

Can I count work experience from more than five years ago?

Not for this points factor. The calculation is based on qualifying employment within the five years before submission.

Is this the same as the six-month employment requirement for Skilled Workers in Manitoba?

No. The eligibility requirement for a particular MPNP pathway and the work-experience points calculation are separate issues. Applicants should first confirm pathway eligibility and then calculate points under the relevant assessment system.

Can I combine my Canadian and foreign work experience to claim points under MPNP?

Yes. Eligible work experience gained both inside and outside Canada can be combined to calculate your total work experience points under MPNP, provided it meets the program’s eligibility requirements.

How does updating work experience differ between Express Entry (EE) and MPNP Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles?
The system automatically updates your work experience points as time passes in express entry
You must manually update your work experience and other relevant information to ensure your profile remains accurate and up to date in EOI

To discuss more about the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), book your first appointment with a Manitoba immigration lawyer.

Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.