BC PNP Draw Results – August 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its most recent draw, issuing 163 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. This round was targeted towards specific occupational categories to align with the province’s current labor market needs.

Draw Highlights

This represents the fourth Skills Immigration draw of August 2024, reflecting BC’s ongoing efforts to address labor shortages in critical sectors like technology, healthcare, and childcare.

Significance of the Draw

The BC PNP plays a vital role in attracting skilled workers to the province, with this draw highlighting the need to fill essential positions, including:

• Childcare: The draw includes early childhood educators, underscoring the importance of childcare services in BC’s economic framework.
• Healthcare: With a minimum score of 99, the healthcare sector remains a priority, responding to the increasing demand for healthcare professionals.
• Technology: The tech sector shows strong demand, with a minimum score of 118, indicating a competitive landscape for skilled tech workers.

Application Process and Next Steps

Recipients of ITAs must submit their permanent residency applications within 30 days. Failure to do so will result in the expiration of the invitation. BC PNP generally conducts 4-5 draws per month, typically on Tuesdays, with the next draw scheduled for September 3, 2024. Candidates who did not receive an ITA in this round should stay hopeful for future draws.

Processing Times

Currently, about 80% of applications under the BC PNP Skills Immigration streams are processed within 8 to 10 months. However, due to a surge in applications, processing times may be extended, particularly for applications submitted after May 2024.

This draw highlights British Columbia’s strategic approach to immigration, aiming to attract the talent necessary to support the province’s economic growth and address labor market needs.

Draw Summary 2024

Skills Immigration Invitation

Entrepreneur Immigration Invitation