On September 12, 2023, BC, Canada held its latest provincial nominee program draw. Both entrepreneur and skilled immigration candidates were invited to apply, making this BC PNP draw exciting. The last Entrepreneur Immigration Draw was on August 1, 2023, and candidates have been waiting for the next one ever since.
Individuals who fall under the categories listed below have been sent an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Skilled Immigration Categories
- Skilled Workers
- International Graduate (including EEBC option)
Entrepreneur Immigration Categories
- Regional Pilot
- Base
The specific categories, their corresponding ITAs, and minimum CRS Scores are listed in the table below.
| Category | Stream | Type of Draw | Number of Invitations | CRS Score |
| Skilled Immigration | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | Tech | 133 | 88 |
| Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | 36 | 60 | ||
| Healthcare | 14 | 60 | ||
| Entrepreneur Immigration | Regional Pilot | – | Less than 5 | 126 |
| Base | 5 | 118 |
The above data is sourced from the most recent update on the official immigration website of British Columbia.
Selection Criteria for Skilled Immigration Candidates
- Education – The education level is the degree or diploma obtained, field of education is the subject studied, and the location of education is the institution attended.
- Professional designations recognized in British Columbia
- Language skills are the ability to communicate effectively in English/ French language. They are essential for success in many areas of life. They include speaking, writing, understanding, and interpreting.
- Occupation
- Time and level of expertise in a job.
- The pay and/or skill level required for a job.
- Determination to reside, work, and establish oneself in a particular area
- Strategic priorities – elements that address specific labour market needs in British Columbia or support government pilot projects and initiatives
Entrepreneur Immigration
The Entrepreneur Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is a pathway for international entrepreneurs who want to move and settle in any of the Canadian provinces, start a business, and contribute to the Canadian economy.
The Entrepreneur Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is a pathway for international entrepreneurs who want to move and settle in any of the Canadian provinces, start a business, and contribute to the Canadian economy.
The Entrepreneur Immigration program provides both temporary and permanent immigration options. If you choose the British Columbia entrepreneur immigration program, you will first be granted a temporary visa. You may apply for a permanent British Columbia entrepreneur visa after you have successfully started your business in Canada.
Are You Eligible?
Business immigrants who invest in Canada help the economy. Most provinces have their own version of the BC Entrepreneur Immigration Program. If selected, you get a PNP Certificate and can apply for permanent residency. Check out PNP Entrepreneur Immigration Programs for more info.
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