Manitoba PNP Program
Canada immigration through Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (Manitoba PNP) enables individuals with the skills and experience required by the province to receive a Manitoba Provincial Nomination Certificate that expedites Canadian immigration and the Canadian Permanent Residency process.
Located between the provinces of Ontario and Saskatchewan, the province of Manitoba is in many ways the gateway to western Canada. The Government of Manitoba unveiled restructured Manitoba PNP on November 15, 2017. Some changes were implemented then and other changes came into effect in 2019.
Manitoba PNP enables Provincial and Territorial governments in Canada to attract immigrants to their region.
Application Process
If you choose to immigrate to Canada through Manitoba PNP, follow this step by step process to achieve permanent residency.
Step 1: Provincial Nomination
Apply to Manitoba
Apply and complete the provincial nomination process through Manitoba PNP
Demonstrate Skills
Demonstrate the skill set and ability to contribute to the economy of Manitoba
Receive Nomination
Receive a Provincial Nomination Certificate through Manitoba PNP
Step 2: Federal Application
After Receiving Provincial Nomination
- Send an application to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for Permanent Residence
- An IRCC officer will assess your application based on the Canadian Immigration requirements
Important Note: These applications will not be assessed based on the six selection factors of the Federal Skilled Workers Program.
Requirements for Applicants
All applicants under Manitoba PNP must meet these essential requirements to be eligible for the program.
Complete and pass a medical examination
Have security clearance
Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your dependents after arriving in Canada
For Entrepreneurs
Business Stream
The business stream of Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program is for individuals who wish to conduct business in Manitoba. This stream operates on an ‘Expression of Interest’ system. The applicants submit their intention to apply, and those eligible are invited to apply.
Expression of Interest System
Submit your business proposal and intention to conduct business in Manitoba
Invitation to Apply
Eligible candidates will receive an invitation to submit a full application
Business Ownership
Demonstrate your ability to successfully establish and operate a business in Manitoba
Agricultural Sector
Farm Strategic Recruitment Initiative
The Farm Strategic Recruitment Initiative of Manitoba PNP is for foreign nationals with farm business experience and the financial capacity to establish farming operations in Manitoba.
Farm Business Experience
Applicants must demonstrate proven experience in farming operations and agricultural business management.
Sufficient Funds
Must have sufficient funds to immigrate to Manitoba and successfully operate a farm business.
Skilled Worker Immigration Stream
The Skilled Worker Immigration Stream of Manitoba PNP operates through an ‘Expression of Interest’ system. Eligible candidates need to complete a questionnaire online, once the answers are submitted, a score is given to the candidate depending on his/her answers. The Manitoba PNP will then rank you against other candidates using several factors which will determine your overall score. If you score well, you may be invited to submit an application to the Manitoba PNP. There are no limits on the number of candidates who can submit an Expression of Interest and no deadline.
There are two pathways to Manitoba as a skilled worker, both of which operate under the Manitoba PNP Expression of Interest System.
The Skilled Worker Immigration Stream of Manitoba PNP has two categories:
Skilled Worker in Manitoba
This category accepts applications from qualified temporary foreign workers and international student graduates who meet specific criteria.
- Are currently working in Manitoba.
- Have been offered a permanent, full-time job with their Manitoba employer.
- The Skilled Worker in Manitoba applicants is not subject to a points-based assessment to determine their eligibility.
Skilled Worker Overseas
This category uses a points based system to assess candidates who may be outside of Canada. Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be qualified skilled workers with relevant experience
- Demonstrate connection through family/friends (Manitoba Support), past education/employment (Manitoba Experience), or invitation from Manitoba PNP
- Score a minimum of 60 points according to five eligibility factors: age, language proficiency, work experience, education, and adaptability.
Morden Community Driven Immigration Initiative
Morden is a rural town in Winnipeg looking for immigrants who fall under one of the following targeted occupations:
Cabinetmakers
Skilled craftspeople specializing in cabinet making
Manufacturing (Entry Level)
Entry level positions in manufacturing sector
Factory Sewing Machine Operators
Experienced sewing machine operators for factory settings
Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
Qualified mechanics for heavy vehicles and equipment
Manitoba immigration skilled workers list
With an aim to select candidates who meet the needs of employers in Manitoba, it identifies indemand occupations. The list of in-demand occupations will be regularly updated. Candidates with experience in in-demand occupations will be given priority in Expression of Interest draws.
At J & A, we aim to make the complex process of preparing financial papers, authenticating documents, filling applications, obtaining visas, and acquiring work and residence permits as simple, quick and easy as possible for our clients. We provide assistance to immigrants and students with pre-departure and post-arrival needs including but not limited to acquiring a health care, social insurance card, ID card, and driver’s license, as well as finding accommodation.