British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)

Introduction to British Columbia

For those who wish to establish themselves in British Columbia, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) provides an avenue for entry and permanent settlement. This program presents a pathway to secure long-term employment prospects for foreign individuals within the province.

Overview of British Columbia

British Columbia is a rapidly growing Canadian province, featuring renowned cities like Vancouver and Victoria. The province’s rich natural resources create opportunities in resource-oriented professions. The BC PNP program serves as a direct means for candidates to immigrate to British Columbia.

Upon approval, candidates are granted a BC Provincial Nomination certificate, simplifying the immigration process. Applicants under the BC PNP Program can qualify through various BC Immigration streams.

Skills Immigration Stream

Categories and Eligibility

Skilled Worker Category

Intended for individuals with a qualified job offer in a skilled occupation and a number of years of relevant experience.

Healthcare Professional Category

Customized for individuals with eligible job offers and experience in healthcare fields, including doctors, nurses, psychiatric nurses, and allied health professionals.

International Graduate Category

Geared towards recent graduates from eligible Canadian universities or colleges within the past three years, provided they have a job offer from a BC employer.

International Post-Graduate Category

Reserved for candidates holding Master’s or Doctoral degrees from approved British Columbia academic institutions in natural, applied, or health sciences, without requiring a job offer.

Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Worker Category

Designed for semi-skilled or entry-level positions in hospitality, tourism, long-distance trucking, or food processing in the Northeast Development Region of British Columbia.

Application Fee:

CAD 1,150, with an additional CAD 500 for review requests.

Minimum Requirements:

• Full-time job offer.
• Wage offer aligned with provincial wage rates.
• Demonstrated financial stability (except for International PG category).
• Meet minimum language proficiency requirements.
• Fulfill specific category prerequisites.
• Employer compliance with eligibility criteria.

Application Process:

Applicants need to register with the Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS). BC assesses applications based on key criteria. Typically, registration is done online. International Post-Graduate category applicants apply directly through BC PNP Online. Candidates scoring above a certain threshold are eligible to apply through the provincial draw, available for 30 days through BC PNP Online. Successful candidates can then apply for permanent residence with the Canadian government.

Express Entry British Columbia

Express Entry BC expedites the processing of BC PNP applications for qualified candidates while also managing the permanent residence application process for those nominated.

Eligible Categories:

• Skilled Worker Category
• Healthcare Professional Category
• International Graduate Category
• International Post-Graduate Category

Application Fee: CAD 1,150

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid Express Entry profile with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
• An accepted full-time job offer (except for the International Post-Graduate Category).
• Wage offer in accordance with BC wage rates.
• Demonstration of financial resources.
• Meeting minimum language proficiency criteria.
• Satisfying category-specific prerequisites.
• Meeting employer eligibility requirements.

Application Process:

A valid Express Entry profile with IRCC is essential. Registration with SIRS for BC assessment is required. International Post-Graduate Category and Healthcare Professional Category applicants can directly apply through BC PNP Online. Based on registration scores, candidates are placed in category-specific pools. Those exceeding a specified score can apply for provincial nomination within 30 days through BC PNP. Successfully nominated individuals accept the nomination through the Express Entry system.

BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration

This stream invites experienced entrepreneurs to settle in British Columbia and contribute to the economic development of the province.

• Minimum net worth of $600,000.
• Business management experience.
• Compliance with legal immigration criteria.
• Basic English or French proficiency at CLB Level 4 or higher.

For BC PNP Entrepreneur Regional Pilot:

• Minimum personal net worth of $300,000.
• Three years of business owner-manager experience or four years of senior manager experience.
• Business ownership experience for three of the last five years.
• English or French proficiency equivalent to CLB Level 4 or higher.

To qualify for the Strategic Projects Category, the company must demonstrate financial stability, possess investment capacity, and generate substantial economic benefits for British Columbia.

BC PNP Tech Pilot

As the technology sector in British Columbia experiences rapid growth, there is a significant demand for skilled tech workers. The BC PNP Tech Pilot has been established to meet this demand, and it regularly extends invitations to eligible applicants on a weekly basis.

The journey through the permanent residence application process within the BC PNP program can be intricate, with errors potentially resulting in application rejection. At Nexus Migration, we have a proven track record of assisting numerous applicants successfully in navigating the BC PNP program. Our team of immigration experts boasts years of experience and is well-equipped to guide you through every phase of the application. Feel free to reach out to Nexus Migration for a consultation.