First British Columbia PNP Draw of 2024 Invites 372 Immigrants
2024-01-12 | Abroad Pathway Immigration | Leave a Comment
That's great news! It's exciting to see British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its first draw on January 10, 2024. This signifies their commitment to attracting skilled individuals and contributing to a diverse and thriving economy.
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Welcoming 372 new immigrants for permanent residency in their first draw of 2024.
Is there anything specific you'd like to know about the draw, such as the targeted streams, minimum scores, or the expected date for the next round?
Comprehensive Overview of January 10, 2024 British Columbia PNP Draw
Total Number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs): 377
Draw Categories:
1. General: 110 ITAs (Express Entry and BC PNP Skills Immigration streams, as well as Entry Level and Semi-Skilled streams)
2. Targeted:
- Childcare: 113 ITAs
- Construction: 74 ITAs
- Healthcare: 75 ITAs
Minimum CRS Scores:
1. General: 120 (increased from 115 in the previous draw)
2. Targeted:
- Childcare, Healthcare, and Veterinary professions: 60
- Construction occupations: 75
What does this mean for aspiring immigrants?
Promising outlook for skilled workers: The focus on targeted occupations creates exciting opportunities for professionals in these fields. Need for strong CRS scores: A higher minimum CRS score in the general category highlights the importance of optimizing Express Entry profiles for increased chances of receiving an ITA.
The next BC PNP draw is expected to be held on January 16th or 17th, likely focusing on tech occupations and healthcare/early childhood educator roles.
