The latest BC PNP Draw was held on February 7, 2022, and invited 245 candidates under the BC PNP Skills Immigration Stream. The province invited 207 applicants across a General British Columbia PNP Draw and 38 candidates across the targeted categories, including Express Entry BC candidates.
Written & reviewed by Keshav Sharma, RCIC #R530203, Founder, ELAAR Immigration Consulting Inc.Last reviewed: October 20263 min read- Draw Date: February 7, 2023
- No. of invitations: 245
- BC PNP Stream: Skills Immigration
- Minimum Score: Ranging from 60-102
In 2023, British Columbia issued 1,367 invitations under the BC PNP streams.
BC PNP Latest Draw: General Category
British Columbia issued 207 invitations with minimum SIRS scores between 82-102 depending on the programs. The minimum scores for the individual categories are mentioned below:
| Date | Number of Invitations | Stream | Minimum Score | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 7, 2023 | 207 | BC PNP Skilled Worker | 102 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Express Entry BC Skilled Worker | 102 | |||
| International Graduate | 102 | |||
| Express Entry BC International Graduate | 102 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Category (ELSS) | 82 |
BC PNP Latest Targeted Draw
BC holds targeted draws for applicants who satisfy the standards for a few in-demand National Occupational Classifications (NOCs), such as healthcare and technology.
Targeted draws might not require as high SIRS scores compared to general draws. This week, each targeted category needed SIRS scores of 60. BC invited the following applicants to their intended draws:
| Number of Invitations | Category | Minimum Score | Description/ Targeted Draw | NOC TEER Code |
| 25 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants | 42202 |
| 13 | Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) | 60 | Healthcare |
Get Additional 600 CRS Points through BC PNP
Speak with an expertBC PNP Skills Immigration Categories
British Columbia has special immigration programs that open the door to highly trained international workers from throughout the world. These applicants often fit into the BC PNP Skills Immigration Stream. The following programs fall under this stream:
What is Express Entry BC Stream?
To find candidates qualified for one of the Express Entry BC Streams, the province of British Columbia examines the IRCC’s Express Entry pool. The province regularly chooses and welcomes foreign workers, students, and businesspeople through BC PNP. Candidates can earn an additional 600 CRS points by participating in the EEBC stream.
Need help?
You can get immigration assistance from Team ELAAR’s qualified immigration specialists if you are ready to begin the BC PNP procedure. Mr. Keshav Sharma has experience with all BC PNP Programs as a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).
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