BC PNP Draw of September 17, 2024

BC PNP Draw of September 17, 2024, Issues 163 Invitations Across Skilled Worker, Healthcare, and Construction Occupations

On September 17, 2024, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its latest draw, issuing a total of 163 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. This draw included both general and targeted rounds, aimed at attracting skilled talent in critical occupations to meet the province’s economic and social needs.

Breakdown of Invitations

The invitations were divided into general and targeted categories, with specific streams focusing on skilled workers, international graduates, healthcare professionals, early childhood educators, and construction workers.

1. General Draw – 65 Invitations

The largest portion of the invitations, 65 in total, was issued under the general draw, targeting individuals in the following categories:

• Skilled Worker stream
• International Graduate stream
• Their respective Express Entry variants
• Entry-Level and Semi-Skilled Worker streams

The cutoff score for this general draw remained consistent with previous BC PNP draws, indicating a stable demand for skilled workers and international graduates in British Columbia. This draw highlights the province’s ongoing efforts to recruit talent for a variety of essential industries.

2. Early Childhood Educators – 43 Invitations

A total of 43 invitations were sent to applicants with experience as early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202). Early childhood educators play a critical role in British Columbia, which continues to face a high demand for qualified professionals in this field, particularly in response to government initiatives to enhance child care services.

3. Healthcare Professionals – 26 Invitations

British Columbia’s healthcare sector remains a key focus of the provincial immigration strategy. In this draw, 26 invitations were extended to profiles that have experience in 39 healthcare-related occupations. The BC PNP is making a concerted effort to address the ongoing need for healthcare workers, particularly in light of labor shortages that have intensified since the COVID-19 pandemic.

The healthcare occupations eligible under the targeted stream include registered nurses, health care aides, and medical laboratory technologists, among others. The demand for healthcare professionals is expected to continue growing in British Columbia, driven by an aging population and the expanding healthcare infrastructure.

4. Construction Workers – 29 Invitations

One of the newer targeted categories introduced by the BC PNP in late 2023 focuses on addressing shortages in the construction industry. This draw saw 29 invitations issued to applicants with experience in 25 construction-related occupations. These occupations include electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and other skilled trades that are in high demand due to the province’s growing infrastructure and housing development projects.

Overview of the Scores

What’s Next for BC PNP Applicants?

Applicants who received invitations in this draw can now proceed with submitting their applications for permanent residency. It’s important for candidates to ensure that all required documents are in order and to carefully follow the instructions provided by the BC PNP to avoid any delays in processing.

It’s critical for individuals who did not receive an invitation to keep track on upcoming draws and to make sure their profiles are kept up to date. In order to satisfy unique labor market needs, British Columbia continues to organise regular drawings. This gives candidates a fair possibility of getting picked in the future.

Healthcare Occupation 

1. 30010 Managers in health care
2. 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
3. 31101 Specialists in surgery
4. 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
5. 31110 Dentists
6. 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
7. 31120 Pharmacists
8. 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
9. 31200 Psychologists
10. 31201 Chiropractors
11. 31202 Physiotherapists
12. 31203 Occupational therapists
13. 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
14. 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
15. 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
16. 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
17. 31302 Nurse practitioners
18. 31303 Physician assistants, midwives, and allied health professionals
19. 32101 Licensed practical nurses
20. 32102 Paramedical occupations
21. 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists, and cardiopulmonary technologists
22. 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
23. 32110 Denturists
24. 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
25. 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
26. 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
27. 32121 Medical radiation technologists
28. 32122 Medical sonographers
29. 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
30. 32124 Pharmacy technicians
31. 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
32. 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
33. 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
34. 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
35. 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates
36. 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
37. 41300 Social workers
38. 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialised therapist
39. 42201 Social and community service workers

Construction Occupations

1. 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists 
2. 72102 Sheet metal workers
3. 72103 Boilermakers
4. 72104 Structural metal and plate work fabricators and fitters
5. 72105 Ironworkers
6. 72106 Welders and related machine operators
7. 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
8. 72201 Industrial electricians
9. 72300 Plumbers
10. 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters, and sprinkler system installers
11. 72302 Gas fitters
12. 72310 Carpenters
13. 72311 Cabinetmakers
14. 72320 Bricklayers
15. 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
16. 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
17. 72402 Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics
18. 72500 Crane operators
19. 73100 Concrete finishers
20. 73101 Tilesetters
21. 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers, and lathers
22. 73110 Roofers and Shinglers
23. 73111 Glaziers
24. 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
25. 73113 Floor covering installers

When is the next BC PNP Draw in 2024?

The third BC PNP draw for 2024 is predicted to take place on September 24. It is likely to include both general and targeted rounds of invites for the following occupations: 35 tech jobs, 25 construction jobs, 39 healthcare jobs, and early childhood educators. PNP draws are often held in BC on Tuesdays or Wednesdays of each week. There are two categories for the draws: general draws and specialty draws related to technology or healthcare.