British Columbia Invites 279 Skilled Immigrants For Canada PR

By Joseph Parker [Published 19 Jun, 2026 | 06:41 AM] 53

For skilled workers dreaming of settling in Canada, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program remains one of the most attractive pathways to PR.

With regular invitation rounds targeting in-demand occupations, the BC PNP draw continues to create opportunities for professionals across healthcare, technology, education, construction, and other key sectors.

Each draw offers valuable insights into current labour market demands, invitation trends, and cutoff scores.

Whether you are already in the candidate pool or planning to apply, understanding the latest BC PNP draw can help you assess your chances and improve your strategy.

Latest British Columbia PNP Draw

The latest BC PNP draw further reflects the province’s strategic approach to welcoming high-potential, skilled immigrants who can support long-term growth.

Draw date: June 18, 2026
Type of round: Skills Immigration stream
Number of invitations: 279
Minimum Score: 136

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Summary of BC PNP Skills Immigration Draw 2026

In 2026, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program will continue inviting candidates under its Skill Immigration streams, targeting key sectors such as healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care.

So far, 2,764 ITAs have been issued, highlighting British Columbia’s focus on filling labour shortages and attracting skilled talent. The latest draws also reveal priority occupations and minimum score requirements.

Draw Date	ITA Type	Selection Factors	Minimum Score	No. of ITA
June 18, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Minimum wage of $62/hour and $125,000/year, and NOC 0, 1, 2, or 3	N/A	130
June 18, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Points	136	149
June 02, 2026	Care: Childcare	Early childhood educators	111	91
	Care: Health	All priority health care occupations	100	117
	Care: Veterinary Care	Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians (NOC 32104) with a valid professional designation	92	6
	Build: Construction Trades	All priority construction occupations	101	128
May 14, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Minimum wage of $59/hour and $120,000/year, and NOC 0, 1, 2, or 3	N/A	225
May 14, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Points	135	212
May 06, 2026	Care: Childcare	Early childhood educators only (NOC 42202)	115	86
	Care: Health	All priority health care occupations	108	117
	Care: Veterinary Care	Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians (NOC 32104) with a valid professional designation	100	9
	Build: Construction Trades	All priority construction occupations (including workers who have apprenticeships registered with SkilledTradesBC)	108	121
April 22, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Minimum wage of $62/hour and $125,000/year, and a job offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3	N/A	252
April 22, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Points	138	232
February 11, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Minimum wage of $62/hour and $125,000/year, and a job offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3	N/A	195
February 11, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Points	135	265
February 04, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Minimum wage of $70/hour and $145,000/year, and a job offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3	N/A	206
February 04, 2026	Innovate: High Economic Impact	Points	138	223

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Overview of Skills Immigration Program

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program Skills Immigration Program is an economic immigration pathway. This is designed to help the BC PNP through the labour shortage by attracting skilled foreign workers with the education, experience and qualifications needed in the province.

The program enables the province to nominate eligible candidates for Canadian permanent residence based on the BC PNP in-demand occupation list 2026, labour market and economic priorities.

Key streams under the program include Skilled Worker, Health Authority, and the Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative.

However, through the temporary rural/remote health support, BC invites up to 250 candidates, and registration for this initiative will close on August 31, 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Applicants must generally meet the requirements of the relevant job offers, including work experience, language proficiency, wages, and employer support.

Candidates nominated through the program can apply to IRCC for permanent residence, making BC PNP an important pathway for settling in Canada.

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