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British Columbia held the latest draw for its Provincial Nominee Program on January 17th, 2018. In this draw, 403 candidates were invited to apply. The numbers included a draw specifically done for technology which was held on January 24th.
The minimum score required for skilled workers was 75 whereas 70 points were needed by international graduates and 40 were needed by entry-level/semi-skilled workers.
B.C. PNP Draw: January 17, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
17th Jan - 18 (Includes Tech-Only draw on January 24) |
EEBC - Skilled Worker | 75 | Total : 403 |
EEBC - International Graduate | 70 | ||
SI - Skilled Worker | 75 | ||
SI - International Graduate | 70 | ||
SI - Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 40 |
In the previous PNP draw, 340 new candidates were invited to apply using various streams of the province. Both the categories of skilled worker of the province required a minimum score of 75, and international graduates needed a minimum score of 70. Entry level/semi-skilled workers needed a score of 40
B.C. PNP Draw: January 3, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
03-Jan-18-(Includes Tech-Only Draw on January 10) |
EEBC Skilled Worker | 75 | Total: 340 |
EEBC - International Graduate | 70 | ||
SI - Skilled Worker | 75 | ||
SI - International Graduate | 70 | ||
SI - Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 40 |
British Columbia had launched the B.C. PNP Tech Pilot during 2017, which aimed to attract professional and skilled workers in thirty-two technology professions.
There were specific B.C. PNP draws meant for technology workers since May 2017.
This change proves that the province wishes to avail the benefit from technology workers who are searching for better alternatives after Trump became the U.S. President
BC PNP Tech Pilot: 32 In-Demand Occupations
NOC Code | Job Title |
113 |
Purchasing managers |
131 |
Telecommunication carriers managers |
213 |
Computer and information systems managers |
512 |
Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts |
1123 |
Professional occupations in advertising, marketing, and public relations |
2131 |
Civil engineers |
2132 |
Mechanical engineers |
2133 |
Electrical and electronics engineers |
2134 |
Chemical engineers |
2147 |
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) |
2171 |
Information systems analysts and consultants |
2172 |
Database analysts and data administrators |
2173 |
Software engineers and designers |
2174 |
Computer programmers and interactive media developers |
2175 |
Web designers and developers |
2221 |
Biological technologists and technicians |
2241 |
Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians |
2242 |
Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
2243 |
Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
2281 |
Computer network technicians |
2282 |
User support technicians |
2283 |
Information systems testing technicians |
4163 |
Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants |
5121 |
Authors and writers |
5122 |
Editors |
5125 |
Translators, terminologists, and interpreters |
5224 |
Broadcast technicians |
5225 |
Audio and video recording technicians |
5227 |
Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and the performing arts |
5226 |
Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, and the performing arts |
5241 |
Graphic designers and illustrators |
6221 |
Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade |
For other categories of workers, the required score is quite low.
BC PNP: Scores Needed For Guaranteed Invitation
Category |
Guaranteed Registration Score |
Express Entry BC – Skilled Worker |
135 |
Express Entry BC – International Graduate |
105 |
Skills Immigration – Skilled Worker |
135 |
Skills Immigration – International Graduate |
105 |
Skills Immigration – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled |
95 |
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