British Columbia announced the Latest BC PNP Draw results on February 22, 2022, and invited nearly 246 candidates under the BC PNP Skills Immigration and Express Entry BC Streams. The province invited 203 applicants in the General BC PNP categories and around 43 candidates across the targeted categories.
Written & reviewed by Keshav Sharma, RCIC #R530203, Founder, ELAAR Immigration Consulting Inc.Last reviewed: April 20263 min read- Draw Date: February 22, 2023
- No. of invitations: ~ 246
- BC PNP Stream: Skills Immigration
- Minimum Score: Ranging from 60-103
In 2023, British Columbia issued 1,613 invitations under the BC PNP streams.
BC PNP Latest Draw: General Category
British Columbia issued 203 invitations with minimum SIRS scores between 60-103 depending on the programs. The minimum scores for the individual categories are mentioned below:
| Date | Number of Invitations | Stream | Minimum Score | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2023 | 203 | BC PNP Skilled Worker | 101 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Express Entry BC Skilled Worker | 101 | |||
| International Graduate | 103 | |||
| Express Entry BC International Graduate | 103 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Category (ELSS) | 85 |
BC PNP Latest Targeted Draw
The province of British Columbia runs targeted draws for candidates who meet certain in-demand National Occupational Classifications (NOCs) standards, such as those in technology, healthcare and other priority occupations.
Targeted draws might not require as high SIRS scores compared to general draws. This week, SIRS scores of 60 were required for each targeted category. BC invited the following applicants to their intended draws:
| Number of Invitations | Category | Minimum Score | Description/ Targeted Draw | NOC TEER Code |
| 18 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants | 42202 |
| 20 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Healthcare | |
| <5 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Targeted Draw: Other Priority Occupations | 31103, 32104 |
Get Additional 600 CRS Points through BC PNP
Speak with an expertBC PNP Skills Immigration Categories
High-skilled foreign employees from all over the world are welcome to work in British Columbia thanks to BC PNP Skills Immigration Stream. It frequently accepts these applicants and includes BC PNP categories including:
What is Express Entry BC Stream?
The province of British Columbia looks through the IRCC’s Express Entry pool to discover applicants who are eligible for one of the Express Entry BC Streams. Under the BC PNP, the province frequently selects and welcomes foreign employees, students, and businesses. Applicants who take part in the EEBC stream will receive 600 more CRS points.
Need help?
If you are prepared to start the BC PNP process, you can get immigration advice from Team ELAAR’s experienced immigration consultants. As a Licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant, Mr. Keshav Sharma has knowledge of all BC PNP Programs (RCIC).
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