Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) just invited 558 skilled workers to apply for permanent residency on September 7, 2023. The invitees come from a variety of streams, including Skilled Workers in Manitoba, International Education Streams, and Skilled Worker Overseas Streams. Each stream has its own set of minimum CRS point requirements. So, if you’re a skilled worker who’s interested in moving to Manitoba, be sure to check out the PNP website to see if you qualify.
| Province Name | Manitoba |
| Date of Draw | August 31, 2023 |
| Type of Draw | Expression of Interest Draw |
| Targeted Stream | Skilled Worker in ManitobaInternational Education Skilled Worker Overseas |
To obtain details about the exact count of Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) given out, the CRS cutoff obligations for all categories, and the occupations being targeted, please refer to the table provided below.
| Stream | Type of Draw | Letter of Advice to Apply | Minimum Comprehensive Ranking Score (CRS Score) |
| Skilled Worker in Manitoba | Occupation-specific selection | 230 | 595 |
| All occupations | 236 | 640 | |
| International Education Stream | Candidates meeting International Education Stream eligibility requirements | 52 | Not Mentioned |
| Skilled Worker Overseas | Candidates directly invited by the MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative | 40 | 724 |
For the Skilled Worker in Manitoba program, the selection is based on specific occupations and requires a minimum Comprehensive Ranking Score (CRS) of 230. A letter of advice should be submitted with the application.
List of Targeted Occupations in Manitoba PNP Draw September 07, 2023
The most recent MPNP draw considered the profiles of people currently working in high-demand occupations in Manitoba, which are classified under the National Occupational Classification Code (NOC) 2021 major groups.
| Occupation Code | Profile |
| 20 | Specialized middle management occupations in engineering, architecture, science and information systems |
| 21 | Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences |
| 22 | Technical occupations related to natural and applied sciences |
| 30 | Specialized middle management occupations in health care |
| 31 | Professional occupations in health |
| 32 | Technical occupations in health |
| 33 | Assisting occupations in support of health services |
| 40 | Managers in public administration, in education and social and community services and in public protection services |
| 41 | Professional occupations in law, education, social, community and government services |
| 42 | Front-line public protection services and paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community, education services |
| 43 | Assisting occupations in education and in legal and public protection |
| 44 | Care providers and legal and public protection support occupations |
| 45 | Student monitors, crossing guards and related occupations |
| 50 | Specialized middle management occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport |
| 51 | Professional occupations in art and culture |
| 52 | Technical occupations in art, culture and sport |
| 53 | Occupations in art, culture and sport |
| 54 | Support occupations in sport |
| 55 | Support occupations in art and culture |
Who are the Skilled Workers in Manitoba?
Skilled workers in Manitoba are individuals who possess the necessary education, training, and experience to perform specialized tasks and occupations. They are typically employed in industries such as healthcare, engineering, technology, construction, and manufacturing. These individuals are highly valued for their expertise and play a critical role in the province’s economy.
What is the International Education Stream?
The International Education Stream offers a pathway to permanent residency for international students in Canada. It has three streams with specific requirements and eligibility criteria.
Who are Skilled Workers overseas for MPNP?
Skilled Workers overseas for MPNP are individuals with abilities to successfully integrate into Manitoba’s labor market and contribute to the province’s economic growth. These individuals are selected based on their ability to meet the eligibility requirements of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program designed to attract and retain skilled workers who can help address the province’s labour market needs. Skilled Workers overseas for MPNP can come from a wide range of professions, including healthcare, engineering, IT, and many others.