
Explore British Columbia's Provincial Nominee Program and immigration streams for skilled workers and international graduates
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is an economic immigration program that allows the province to nominate qualified candidates for permanent residence. The program helps address BC's labor market needs and economic development priorities by attracting skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and international graduates.
BC's immigration program offers pathways for skilled workers, healthcare professionals, international graduates, and entrepreneurs through various streams tailored to different skill sets and backgrounds.
Entrepreneur Immigration Draw
Skilled Worker
Skilled workers with significant experience in their field. Nominations: 1,747 (2021), 1,199 (2022), 996 (2023).
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS)
Entry-level and semi-skilled workers in high-demand sectors. Nominations: 768 (2021), 534 (2022), 425 (2023).
International Graduate
Graduates from international institutions entering the workforce. Nominations: 375 (2021), 385 (2022), 369 (2023).
International Post-Graduate
Post-graduates with advanced degrees contributing to the economy. Nominations: 501 (2021), 592 (2022), 1,055 (2023).
Health Authority
Healthcare professionals nominated before and after March 2022. Nominations: 71 (2021), 106 (2022), 473 (2023).
EEBC - Skilled Worker
Skilled workers in the Express Entry BC category. Nominations: 2,002 (2021), 2,499 (2022), 2,800 (2023).
EEBC - International Graduate
International graduates in the Express Entry BC category. Nominations: 415 (2021), 1,099 (2022), 1,140 (2023).
EEBC - International Post-Graduate
International post-graduates in the Express Entry BC category. Nominations: 297 (2021), 468 (2022), 664 (2023).
EEBC - Health Authority
Healthcare professionals in the Express Entry BC category before and after March 2022. Nominations: 37 (2021), 84 (2022), 246 (2023).
Explore historical immigration data for British Columbia — including PNP nominations, Express Entry, work permits, LMIA, and more.
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