Ontario and British Columbia announce PNP nominations
For instance, did you know that this week, both the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held provincial selections in their provincial nominee programs (PNPs)? In selecting candidates, consideration was given to their professional experience, employment, and fluency in a particular language.
Provincial Immigration Summary (August 31–September 6)
Ontario
Ontario Provincial Nominee Program Draw: The first draw this month for Ontario was held on September 5. This draw was for the skilled worker category. Ontario selected 385 skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination and immigrate to Canada.
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program did announce a draw on 5th September through the French-speaking Skilled Worker category, where 96 NOIs were issued. CRS scores for selected candidates ranged between 290 and 393.
Eligibility Requirements
- The French-speaking Skilled Worker Stream is designed for skilled workers who are French-speaking and looking forward to a permanent residency in Ontario.
- Aspirants must be eligible for the Express Entry pool of Canada, which is either through FSWP or through the CEC.
- Additional requirements include:
- Passing certain preliminary work experience and language requirements.
- Possessing a formal qualification that is well-regarded specialized training.
- Intention to live in Ontario is one of the factors.
- Proving that the intending settler has adequate funds for settlement.
A candidate cannot apply directly for this stream; they have to be nominated by Ontario to go for their PR application to IRCC.
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British Columbia
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held two draws on September 4th, targeting various streams:
General Draw
- This draw invited a total of 75 candidates in skilled workers, international graduates, entry-level, and semi-skilled occupational & Semi-Skilled Occupational Categories.
- Minimum Scores:
- Skilled Worker, International Graduate: 128
- Entry Level & Semi-Skilled: Canada 110
Targeted Draw
- This selection targeted workers with professional experience in the areas of relevance, mainly childcare, under the Skilled Worker and International Graduate categories.
- Invitations and Minimum Scores:
- 31 candidates with childcare experience: Except for Racism and Prejudice, which scored an average of 83.
- 33 candidates with childcare experience: That is why 89 percent of them said that they cannot refuse to work with.
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- At least one candidate with childcare experience: 80
Saskatchewan Hard-to-Fill Skills Pilot Closes
Effective Date: August 30, 2024
The Hard to Fill Skills Pilot under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has been recently shut down for operations permanently. Subsequently, no new application or job approval form will be entertained after this date. However, any application having a CSCAL will be processed fully if it has been submitted before the new regulation was implemented.
Purpose of Closure
It is believed that the implementation of the new closure will help in enhancing and rationalizing immigration options, as well as the programs for the integration of immigrant newcomers.
Information Sessions
The SINP had the sessions for the application about the other options on 06.09.2024 and 11.09.2024.
New invitations for PNP in Ontario and British Columbia for skilled workers are coming out recently; however, Saskatchewan has shut down the Hard-to-Fill Skills Pilot. This is a reality that any person who wants to immigrate to Canada needs to ensure that he or she gets an update on PNP changes and should also consider looking for other options.
