Manitoba’s Latest Provincial Nominee Program Draw: A Focus on Health Occupations

On August 1, 2024, Manitoba conducted its latest draw under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), specifically targeting candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream. The draw, which was the 225th in the program’s history, emphasized the importance of current employment in Manitoba, particularly within the health sector.

Key Highlights from the August 01, 2024 draw

• Total Invitations Issued: A total of 203 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were distributed.
• Breakdown by Category:

1. 1. Occupation-specific Selection: 145 invitations, primarily targeting health occupations.
   2. Skilled Worker Overseas: 58 invitations, with a minimum CRS score of 724. Of the 203 Letters of Advice to Apply issued in this draw, 29 were issued to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code

Occupational Focus: Health Sector

This draw particularly highlighted occupations classified under the health sector, reflecting the ongoing need for healthcare professionals within the province. The National Occupational Classification (NOC) code 44101, was considered in this draw, namely:

• attendant for persons with a visual impairment – home care
• attendant for persons with disabilities – home care
• client care attendant – home care
• companion
• domestic helper
• doula
• family caregiver
• family worker – home care
• home health care worker
• home helper
• home support attendant
• home support worker
• home-care worker
• homemaker
• live-in caregiver
• live-in caregiver – persons with disabilities
• live-in caregiver – seniors
• personal aide – home support
• personal assistant – home care
• personal care aide – home care
• personal care attendant – home care
• personal care provider – home care
• personal support aide – home aide
• personal support worker – home support
• respite worker – home support
• teaching homemaker
• visiting homemaker

Occupations under the following broad occupational category were considered in this draw:

Health occupations:

These roles involve providing personal care and companionship to seniors and persons with disabilities, often within the clients’ residences.

Trends and Observations

The focus on health occupations aligns with broader Canadian immigration trends, where there is a significant push to attract healthcare professionals to meet local and national labour demands. This draw’s emphasis on occupations within the health sector underscores Manitoba’s strategic approach to addressing workforce shortages in critical areas.

Comparing this draw to previous ones, the August 1 draw marked a slight increase in total invitations issued compared to the July 18, 2024 draw, which issued 161 LAAs. The continued focus on health-related occupations suggests that Manitoba is keen on addressing its labor market needs by inviting individuals who are already employed in the province and can contribute immediately.

Manitoba’s August 1, 2024 draw under the MPNP illustrates the province’s commitment to attracting skilled workers, particularly in the healthcare sector. By focusing on occupations that meet the immediate needs of the local labor market, Manitoba continues to position itself as a desirable destination for skilled immigrants seeking permanent residency in Canada. For those interested in future draws or eligibility requirements, staying informed through the official Manitoba immigration website is advisable.

Summary of Manitoba EOI 2024