Manitoba Skilled Workers Overseas Stream
Eligible candidates under this stream must be able to demonstrate a connection to Manitoba. You may demonstrate this connection in any one of the ways below:
- You have previously studied in Manitoba
- You have previously worked in Manitoba
- You have a close relative or a friend who currently resides in Manitoba and is willing to be your Manitoba supporter
- You have received an invitation through the MPNP Exploratory Visit or through an MPNP Strategic Recruitment Initiative
This stream has no minimum education and language requirement. However, if your nominated occupation is under the NOC C or D category, you must prove your language proficiency with a score of CLB 4 or above.
You must also score 60 points on the Manitoba points grid as part of the Manitoba PNP requirements. Plus, you would also need to submit a settlement plan detailing your plan on integrating into life in Manitoba.
Manitoba Express Entry Pathway
The Manitoba Express Entry Stream is linked to IRCC’s Express Entry Program. This stream ranks eligible applicants against one another using the MPNP Ranking System.
To apply, you must first have a valid profile in the Express Entry Pool. You must then submit a copy of your profile to the MPNP.
You must also be able to prove your ability and intent to live permanently in Manitoba and become economically successful in the province. You can do so by confirming support from a family member or close friend residing in Manitoba.
You can also be eligible if you receive an invitation through the Manitoba Strategic Recruitment Initiative. If your nominated occupation is under NOC 0 or A, you must demonstrate language proficiency by scoring CLB 7 or above. For occupations in the NOC B category, you must have a language score of CLB 6 or higher. You need to score at least 60 points out of 100 on the Manitoba points assessment grid. You must also have at least 6 months of work experience in an occupation that is in-demand in Manitoba. You also must have completed at least a one-year post-secondary program.
Eligible applicants must also submit a settlement plan about their plans to settle down in Manitoba. You will also need to show settlement funds as per the LICO (Low Income Cut-Off) requirements outlined by the Canadian Govt.
Manitoba Human Capital Pathway
One of the eligibility requirements of this stream is to have at least 6 months of work experience in an in-demand occupation in Manitoba. You must also have completed at least a one-year post-secondary program to be eligible.
Those nominating occupations under NOC 0, A or B must score at least CLB 5 or higher to prove their language skills. If you are nominating a compulsory trade occupation, the language score requirement is higher at CLB 6 or above. You will need to score a CLB 7 if you are nominating a regulated occupation.
You will also need to score 60 points on the MPNP points grid. You will also need a settlement plan and sufficient funds as per the LICO table of Canada.
International Education Stream
If you are an international graduate in Manitoba, you may apply for a provincial nomination under the International Education Stream.
There are three immigration pathways under this stream:
- Manitoba Career Employment Pathway
- Manitoba Graduate Internship Pathway
- Manitoba Student Entrepreneur Pathway
Business Investor Stream
There are two immigration routes available under this stream. They are:
- Manitoba Entrepreneur Pathway
- Manitoba Farm Investor Pathway
If you are a general entrepreneur with a viable business proposal, you may apply under the Entrepreneur Pathway. Those who want to invest in the farming sector may do so under the Farm Investor Pathway.
Points grid for the Manitoba PNP
Here is the points grid to determine eligibility of skilled workers overseas.
Language proficiency | Points given |
---|---|
First language | |
CLB 8 or higher | 20 |
CLB 7 | 18 |
CLB 6 | 16 |
CLB 5 | 14 |
CLB 4 | 12 |
CLB 3 or lower | 0 |
Second Language) | |
CLB 5 or higher | 5 |
Years of work experience | Points given |
---|---|
Less than one year | 0 |
One year | 8 |
Two years | 10 |
Three years | 12 |
Four years or more | 15 |
Age | Points given |
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18 | 4 |
19 | 6 |
20 | 8 |
21 to 45 | 10 |
46 | 8 |
47 | 6 |
48 | 4 |
49 | 2 |
50 or older | 0 |
Highest level of education | Points given |
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Master’s degree or Doctorate | 25 |
Two post-secondary programs of at least two years each | 23 |
One post-secondary program of two years or longer | 20 |
One one-year post-secondary program | 14 |
Trade certificate | 14 |
No formal post-secondary education | 0 |
Connection to Manitoba | Points given |
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Close relative in Manitoba | 20 |
Invitation to Apply received from the MPNP as part of a recruitment mission or exploratory visit | 20 |
Previous work experience in Manitoba (at least six months) | 12 |
Completed post-secondary program of two years or more in Manitoba | 12 |
Completed post-secondary program of at least one academic year in Manitoba | 10 |
Friend or distant relative living in Manitoba | 10 |
Regional Immigration | 5 |
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