The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued 113 invitations on July 25, 2024, under its Tech stream. Here are the detailed specifics:
๐๐ ๐ฃ๐ก๐ฃ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐:
1. Date of Draw: July 25, 2024
2. Number of Invitations Issued: 113
3. Minimum Score: The minimum score required for this draw was not specified, but typically, it varies depending on the specific needs and labour market conditions of the province.
๐๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ถ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฎ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ ๐ฃ๐ก๐ฃ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ:
To be eligible for the BC PNP Tech stream, candidates generally need to meet the following criteria:
1. Job Offer: A full-time, indeterminate job offer from an eligible employer in British Columbia in one of the key technology occupations.
2. Occupation: The job offer must be in one of the specified NOC codes related to the tech sector. These may include software engineers, IT managers, and other related roles.
3. Work Experience: Relevant work experience in the tech sector, usually at least two years.
4. Language Proficiency: Proof of proficiency in English or French, typically through tests such as IELTS or CELPIP for English and TEF for French.
5. Educational Qualification: A post-secondary degree or diploma relevant to the job offer.
6. Intent to Live and Work in BC: A demonstrated intent to reside and work in British Columbia.
๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐:
- Profile Submission: Candidates must submit a profile to the BC PNP’s Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS).
- Invitation to Apply (ITA): If selected, candidates receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for provincial nomination.
- Application: Candidates then submit a complete application for provincial nomination.
- Nomination: If approved, candidates receive a nomination from British Columbia, which they can use to apply for permanent residence with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ๐ณ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ ๐ฃ๐ก๐ฃ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ:
Fast Processing Times: The BC PNP Tech stream is known for its faster processing times compared to other streams.
High Demand Occupations: The focus on tech occupations means that candidates in these fields have a higher chance of receiving an invitation.
Pathway to Permanent Residence: Successful nominees receive support in obtaining Canadian permanent residence.
This draw demonstrates British Columbia’s commitment to supporting its tech industry by attracting and retaining skilled workers from around the world. If you need further details on application processes, specific NOC codes, or any other information related to BC PNP Tech stream, feel free to ask!