British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
British Columbia is the westernmost province in Canada. It is popular for its lush green forests, picturesque landscapes and pleasant weather conditions that attract Immigrants from around the globe. Vancouver, one of the most important cities in Canada is situated in the province of British Columbia. It has a diverse population, rich culture and is booming with work opportunities.
The Government of British Columbia introduced the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) with a view to direct Immigration into the province for filling the gaps in the labour market and effectively developing the economy of the region even more. After the influx of Immigrants towards Toronto and Montreal, Vancouver presents good a good scope for Immigrants.
BC PNP is further classified into three categories with further subdivisions:
Skills Immigration Category
A. Skilled Worker:
This category is for overseas skilled workers with a job offer from employers in British Columbia. They must also posses the necessary skills and experience in the field to qualify.
B. Healthcare Professional:
Individuals with an eligible job offer in the 11 qualifying heath occupations can apply via this category. They must also demonstrate that they have the requisite experience to qualify.
C. International Graduate:
Graduates from Canadian universities or college in the past 3 years can apply under this category provided they also have a qualifying job offer from a BC employer.
D. International Post-Graduate:
Individuals with a Master Degree or Doctoral degree from eligible institutions in British Columbia in the natural, applied, or health sciences programs of study can apply for BCPNP without having to secure a job offer.
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E. Entry Level and Semi Skilled Worker:
Under this sub-category, workers in certain entry-level or semi-skilled positions in industries like tourism, hospitality, food processing, long-haul trucking, living and working in the Northeast Development Region of British Columbia can apply for BCPNP under this route.
Express Entry British Columbia
The British Columbia Express Entry system is aligned with the Federal Government Express Entry. This category allows nominated candidates to receive priority processing of their applications and helps them score 600 points on the CRS. The following sub-categories are processed through this route:
A. Skilled Workers
B. Healthcare Professionals
C. International Graduates
D. International Post-Graduates
Entrepreneur Immigration
A. Entrepreneur Category:
Entrepreneurs, individuals in senior managerial position or business owners who intend to invest in a business in British Columbia can apply under this category.
B. Strategic Projects Category:
Overseas companies that intend to expand and establish their operations in British Columbia can have five key people of higher ranks to be nominated under this sub-category.
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