Get updated on the October 04, 2023, BC PNP Draw. Here is the number of ITAs issued, the type of draw, and any specific factors targeted for that particular draw.
IRCC has recently conducted the first BC PNP Draw of the month on October 04, 2023. It is a skilled immigration draw that focuses on inviting experienced professionals for occupations that are in high demand in Canada, including child tutors, nurses, electricians, and others.
In the initial BC PNP draw for October 2023, 186 express entry applications will receive invitations from the following streams in general as well as priority occupations such as childcare, healthcare, tech, etc.
- Skilled Worker,
- Skilled Worker – EEBC option,
- International Graduate,
- International Graduate – EEBC option,
- Entry Level, and Semi-Skilled.
The table below shows the exact number of invitations and CRS scores required for various occupations that were selected in the most recent BC PNP Draw.
| BC PNP DRAW DATE | TYPE OF DRAW | STREAM | No OF INVITATIONS | MINIMUM SCORE |
| October 04, 2023 | General Draw (including Tech Occupations) | Skilled Worker | 110 | 111 |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC option | 111 | |||
| International Graduate | 113 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC option | 113 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 91 | |||
| Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 51 | 60 | |
| Healthcare | 25 | 60 | ||
| Other priority occupations (NOCs 31003, 32104) | Less than 5 | 60 |
People who apply for these programs are eligible for both general and specific job openings. The minimum CRS score required varies depending on the stream chosen. Applicants who receive ITAs must meet the eligibility requirements.
How to Apply for Canada PR after getting an ITA?
Once you have received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from the authorities, and you have made sure that you are eligible to continue the process of getting a Canada PR Card. Here is the stepwise process you should follow.
- Create a profile on the IRCC website.
- Gather all the required documents.
- Pay the application fees.
- Submit your application.
- Wait for the processing of your application.
- Receive your PR card.
Here are the details for each step:
- Create a profile on the IRCC website.
You can create a profile in the IRCC website by going to their website and clicking on the “Create a profile” button. You will need to provide your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, and contact information. You will also need to provide information about your education and work experience.
- Gather all the required documents.
Once you have created a profile, you will need to gather all the required documents. The required documents vary depending on your situation, but they may include your passport, proof of education, proof of work experience, and language test results.
- Pay the application fees.
Once you have gathered all the required documents, you will need to pay the application fees. The application fees vary depending on your situation, but they are typically around $1,000.
- Submit your application.
Once you have paid the application fees, you can submit your application. You can do this by going to the IRCC website and clicking on the “Submit application” button. You will need to upload all the required documents and pay the application fees.
- Wait for the processing of your application.
Once you have submitted your application, it will be processed by the IRCC. The processing time can vary depending on your situation, but it is typically around 6 months.
- Receive your PR card.
Once your application has been processed, you will receive your PR card in the mail. Your PR card will allow you to live and work in Canada permanently.