British Columbia Invited 167 candidates in the first draw of October

Every week British Columbia continues to invite skilled workers through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to address labour shortages and strengthen its economy. The most recent BC PNP draw, held on October 2nd 2024, saw a total of 167 invitations issued to candidates in general and targeted draws. This is part of BC’s effort to fill critical labour gaps and support economic growth through immigration.

Key Details of the Latest Draw

The draw was divided into general and targeted invitation rounds. The general draw invited candidates across various streams, including Skilled Workers, International Graduates, Entry-Level and Semi-Skilled Workers, and Express Entry BC candidates. The targeted draws focused on essential professions, such as healthcare workers, early childhood educators, and candidates in the technology sector.

In the most recent BC PNP draw, 35 invitations were issued to candidates with experience as early childhood educators or assistants (NOC 42202). 

Additionally, 28 invitations were sent to individuals with experience in 39 healthcare-related occupations, further targeting critical areas in British Columbia. 

Moreover, 23 invitations were extended to applicants with experience in 25 construction-related occupations, reflecting the province’s new category-based selection system introduced in late 2023 to meet specific labour demands in key sectors.

What’s at stake for Q4 

British Columbia’s immigration strategy for 2024 is expected to continue targeting essential sectors and maintaining its focus on attracting skilled workers, especially in technology, healthcare, and education. With labour shortages continuing across various industries, BC is likely to sustain its frequent draws and maintain competitive score thresholds.

For individuals seeking to immigrate to Canada, British Columbia offers a clear pathway through the BC PNP, especially for those with expertise in high-demand areas.

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.

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 9th October 2024. 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.