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Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (MPNP)

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Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (MPNP)

The Skilled Worker Overseas (SWO) Stream under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is designed for skilled workers outside Canada who have established connections to Manitoba and demonstrate the ability and intent to settle in the province. Unlike the in-province stream, the SWO stream targets internationally trained individuals with strong ties to Manitoba’s communities, labour market, or family connections.

The SWO stream allows Manitoba to select candidates who can contribute to the provincial economy but are not currently living or working in Manitoba. Applicants must demonstrate strong ties to Manitoba through family, friends, past work or study, or direct recruitment by Manitoba employers. Settlement potential and adaptability are key factors considered in selection.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Work experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in an occupation listed as in-demand in Manitoba.
  • Education and skills: Post-secondary education or training relevant to your intended occupation.
  • Language ability: Demonstrated proficiency in English or French suitable for the occupation (usually CLB 5–7 or higher).
  • Settlement funds: Proof of financial ability to establish in Manitoba.
  • Manitoba connection: Applicants must show a valid link to Manitoba (see below).

Manitoba Connection Factors

To be eligible, you must prove a strong, ongoing connection to Manitoba through one of the following:

  • Manitoba Support: A close family member or friend who is a permanent resident or Canadian citizen living in Manitoba and willing to
    endorse your application.
  • Manitoba Experience: Previous full-time work or post-secondary education completed in Manitoba.
  • Manitoba Invitation: Selection through a MPNP recruitment mission or a strategic recruitment initiative conducted overseas.

Application Process

  1. Expression of Interest (EOI): Create an online MPNP profile and enter the EOI pool.
  2. Invitation (LAA): Based on EOI ranking scores and Manitoba’s labour needs, you may receive a Letter of Advice to Apply.
  3. Submit Application: Provide documentation supporting your Manitoba connection, work history, education, and language ability.
  4. Nomination: If successful, Manitoba issues a provincial nomination.
  5. Permanent Residence Application: Apply to IRCC for PR at the federal stage. Express Entry-aligned nominations award 600 CRS points.

Tips for MPNP Success

  • Strengthen your Manitoba connection: Genuine ties (family, past work or study, or an official invitation) are key.
  • Be realistic in your settlement plan: Show how your career and lifestyle will succeed specifically in Manitoba.
  • Highlight in-demand occupations: Focus on sectors Manitoba prioritizes in recent draws.
  • Maintain honesty and transparency: Misrepresentation can lead to a 5-year ban from reapplying.
  • Work with professionals: Immigration lawyers can guide you in preparing strong settlement plans and verifying documentation.

After Nomination

  • Submit your federal PR application to IRCC, which includes background, medical, and security checks.
  • Maintain contact with your Manitoba supporter (if applicable) during the PR process.
  • Prepare for relocation by researching housing, employment opportunities, and community services in Manitoba.

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream provides skilled professionals with a pathway to settle permanently in Manitoba, even if they are not currently in Canada. By proving strong connections, demonstrating adaptability, and aligning with Manitoba’s labour needs, candidates can greatly improve their chances of nomination.

Are you planning to apply under the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream? Our immigration experts can help you assess your eligibility, strengthen your settlement plan, and prepare a complete application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can qualify through Manitoba Experience (previous work/study) or a Manitoba Invitation from recruitment missions.

Not always. While a job offer helps, it is not mandatory if you have strong Manitoba ties and meet program requirements.

You must meet IRCC’s proof of funds requirement, which varies depending on family size.

 Supporters must demonstrate a genuine and long-term relationship with you. Weak or distant connections may not be accepted.

 No. Manitoba requires you to demonstrate a genuine intention to live in the province. Applying elsewhere can harm your credibility.

Skilled worker Overseas Draws (2015-2025)

20252024202320222021
2025
DateDraw NumberNo. of LAAScore
9-Oct MP25599-
18-Sep MP25464/911-
4-Sep MP25315844
21-Aug MP25277612
7-Aug MP25137724
24-July MP25019611
10-July MP24927673
26-Jun MP24814712
12-Jun24736613
29-May24630606
15-May24562626
1-May24426727
17-Apr24327621
3-Apr2424721
21-Mar2417705
6-Mar24013724
20-Feb23922711
6-Feb23817612
23-Jan237128609
9-Jan Win23652615
Total18677N/A
2024
DateDraw NumberNo. of LAAScore
18-Dec234102630
22-Nov23325617
8-Nov23245709
24-0ct23147703
10-Oct23038711
27-Sep22979582
30-Aug22724727
15-Aug22640703
1-Aug22558724
18-Jul22452645
4-Jul22341709
25-Jun222250516
21-Jun22152721
6-Jun22045708
23-May21939688
9-May21835698
2-May21726796
24-Apr21558644
9-Apr21487691
8-Mar212104614
8-Feb21048713
25-Jan20841713
11-Jan20731639
Total231367
2023
DateDraw NumberNo. of LAAScore
28-Dec20527698
21-Dec2041113601
14-Dec20361714
30-Nov20138729
16-Nov20048721
2-Nov19865708
5-Oct19741601
28-Sep1951072605
21-Sep19427723
7-Sep19340724
24-Aug19054724
10-Aug18940708
27-Jul18721717
20-Jul186595611
13-Jul18541774
20-Jun18426717
15-Jun18221718
1-Jun18131801
18-May17927721
4-May17849699
27-Apr177558616
20-Apr17626719
6-Apr17454708
23-Mar17348708
9-Mar17143666
23-Feb16927721
9-Feb16832709
26-Jan16623713
12-Jan16520713
Total294268
2022
DateDraw NumberNo. of LAAScore
29-Dec16440711
16-Dec16248703
15-Dec1611,030600
1-Dec16043673
17-Nov158177797
15-Sep1577726
8-Sep15520703
26-Aug15458708
11-Aug15333718
28-Jul15215726
14-Jul15033715
30-Jun14983711
2-Jun14792714
5-May14534691
21-Apr14461708
7-Apr14233683
24-Mar14164712
10-Mar13934718
24-Feb13739685
10-Feb13631705
27-Jan13563703
13-Jan13453711
Total222091
2021
DateDraw NumberNo. of LAAScore
30-Dec13335726
16-Dec13213712
2-Dec13151726
18-Nov13022726
4-Nov12938713
21-Oct12839716
7-Oct12721729
23-Sep12667718
2-Sep12584698
12-Aug1246719
29-Jul12347708
27-Jul1221140557
9-Jul12153703
28-Jun1201017565
17-Jun11924703
7-Jun11825708
27-May117404601
25-May11646703
6-May11529703
26-Apr11411721
19-Apr11330703
8-Apr11214708
25-Mar1119711
11-Mar1103728
26-Feb10921698
12-Feb10823676
28-Jan10717681
14-Jan1067722
Total283296

Contact our office for details. Our immigration legal service in Winnipeg will assess your eligibility per CIC criteria and submit your application.