THE MANITOBA PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM (MPNP)

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) seeks recent graduates, skilled workers, businesspeople and their families with the intention and ability to successfully settle and economically establish in Manitoba as permanent residents. Manitoba makes it easy to immigrate and settle in our province.

The MPNP for Skilled Workers is locally driven and based on the needs of Manitoba employers. We select internationally trained and experienced workers who have the skills needed in the local labour market, and nominate them to receive Canadian permanent resident visas to settle and work in Manitoba. There are two streams:

The renewed Business Investor Stream will replace the current PNP-B business immigration category. BIS allows Manitoba to recruit and nominate qualified business investors and entrepreneurs from around the world who have the intent and ability to start or purchase businesses in Manitoba within the first 24 months of arrival in Canada on a temporary work permit. Applicants will no longer be required to submit a deposit of $100,000 to the Manitoba government.

There will be two pathways:

MPNP Renewal

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Renewal Improves Manitoba’s Competitiveness for Global Skills

The Canada and Manitoba governments have reached agreement on the renewal of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The MPNP renewal builds on our 10-point Economic Plan by improving Manitoba’s economic competitiveness, attracting new investment, fostering a skilled workforce, and encouraging new immigration.

The MPNP will be reorganized around four new or revised application streams:

  1. International Education Stream (IES)
  2. Business Investor Stream (BIS)
  3. Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM)
  4. Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO)

Each stream will include more flexible pathways to ensure that all provincial nominees are able to meet clearly defined labour market and economic needs in Manitoba. These priorities will be clearly communicated to potential MPNP applicants through a regularly updated In-Demand Occupations list.

The MPNP will continue to support Manitoba’s francophone immigration strategy by providing priority for francophone applicants who meet the required criteria in one or more of the four streams.

Existing Candidates and Applicants

Candidates with valid Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles will be assessed under the criteria in effect on the draw date. Applicants will have their MPNP application assessed under the criteria valid on the date their EOI profile was drawn.

Candidates will receive information on how technical changes to the MPNP Online application system will affect their EOI profiles before changes are made.

Information Sessions

  • Information sessions for potential applicants, representatives, and the family members of potential applicants will be held in late November 2017.
  • Information sessions for international students will be held in January 2018.

Details on exact dates and locations are forthcoming and will be posted on this page soon.

Updates

  • Information on the MPNP Renewal, including the renewal timeline, will be updated regularly.
  • Detailed process and criteria guidelines will be posted on this site in January 2018.

Renewal Timeline

INDEMAND OCCUPATION LIST

To better identify MPNP candidates who meet the needs of Manitoba employers, the MPNP identifies In-demand Occupations based on Manitoba Labour Market Information and Occupational Forecasts, as well as through direct employer consultations. The occupations listed reference Edition 2016 of the National Occupation Classification (NOC).

The MPNP In-demand Occupations list allows the MPNP to provide clear communication about our current labour market and business investment priorities for potential applicants submitting Expressions of Interest to apply to the program.

These priorities reflect the needs of Manitoba employers ready to hire new immigrants and international students, the in-demand occupations of the Manitoba labour market based on current information and projections, and the occupation-specific skills and language requirements necessary to be hired in those jobs.

The In-demand Occupations list is intended as a guide to help inform candidates in the Expression of Interest pool which applications will be prioritized to receive invitations to apply to the MPNP. The list will be updated regularly.

NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0111 Financial managers * 0 7
0112 Human resources managers 0 5
0114 Other administrative services managers 0 5
0121 Insurance, real estate and financial brokerage managers 0 5
0122 Banking, credit and other investment managers 0 5
0124 Advertising, marketing and public relations managers 0 5
1111 Financial auditors and accountants * A 7
1112 Financial and investment analysts A 5
1114 Other financial officers A 5
1121 Human resources professionals A 5
1122 Professional occupations in business management consulting A 5
1123 Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations A 5
1212 Supervisors, finance and insurance office workers B 5
1215 Supervisors, supply chain, tracking and scheduling co-ordination occupations B 5
1221 Administrative officers B 5
1223 Human resources and recruitment officers B 5
1224 Property administrators B 5
1241 Administrative assistants B 5
1242 Legal administrative assistants B 5
1251 Court reporters, medical transcriptionists and related occupations B 5
1311 Accounting technicians and bookkeepers B 5
NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0211 Engineering managers 0 5
0212 Architecture and science managers 0 5
0213 Computer and information systems managers 0 5
2121 Biologists and related scientists A 5
2123 Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists * A 7
2131 Civil engineers * A 7
2132 Mechanical engineers * A 7
2133 Electrical and electronics engineers * A 7
2141 Industrial and manufacturing engineers * A 7
2147 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) * A 7
2151 Architects * A 7
2154 Land surveyors * A 7
2161 Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries A 5
2171 Information systems analysts and consultants A 5
2172 Database analysts and data administrators A 5
2173 Software engineers and designers * A 7
2174 Computer programmers and interactive media developers A 5
2175 Web designers and developers A 5
2211 Chemical technologists and technicians B 5
2212 Geological and mineral technologists and technicians * B 7
2221 Biological technologists and technicians * B 7
2222 Agricultural and fish products inspectors B 5
2231 Civil engineering technologists and technicians * B 7
2232 Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians * B 7
2233 Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians * B 7
2234 Construction estimators B 5
2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians * B 7
2242 Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) * B 7
2244 Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors * B 7
2253 Drafting technologists and technicians * B 7
2271 Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors B 5
2281 Computer network technicians * B 7
2282 User support technicians B 5
NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0311 Managers in Health Care A 7
3131 Pharmacists * A 7
3132 Dietitians and nutritionists * A 7
3141 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists * A 7
3142 Physiotherapists * A 7
3143 Occupational therapists * A 7
3211 Medical laboratory technologists * B 7
3212 Medical laboratory technicians and pathologists’ assistants B 5
3213 Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians B 5
3214 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists * B 7
3215 Medical radiation technologists B 5
3219 Other medical technologists and technicians (except dental health) B 5
3222 Dental hygienists and dental therapists * B 7
3236 Massage therapists B 5
NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0423 Managers in social, community and correctional services 0 5
4112 Lawyers and Quebec notaries * A 7
4151 Psychologists * A 7
4152 Social workers * A 7
4153 Family, marriage and other related counsellors A 5
4161 Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers A 5
4163 Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants A 5
4164 Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers A 5
4165 Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers A 5
4166 Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers A 5
4167 Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers A 5
4168 Program officers unique to government A 5
4211 Paralegal and related occupations B 5
4212 Social and community service workers B 5
4214 Early childhood educators and assistants * B 7
4215 Instructors of persons with disabilities B 5

….

NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0601 Corporate sales managers 0 5
0621 Retail and wholesale trade managers 0 5
0651 Managers in customer and personal services, n.e.c. 0 5
6221 Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade B 5
6222 Retail and wholesale buyers B 5
6232 Real estate agents and salespersons B 5
6235 Financial sales representatives B 5
6311 Food service supervisors B 5
6322 Cooks B 5
6332 Bakers B 5
NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0711 Construction managers 0 5
0712 Home building and renovation managers 0 5
0714 Facility operation and maintenance managers 0 5
0731 Managers in transportation 0 5
7231 Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors B 5
7232 Tool and die makers B 5
7233 Sheet metal workers B 5
7237 Welders and related machine operators B 5
7241 Electricians (except industrial and power system) ** B 6
7242 Industrial electricians ** B 6
7244 Electrical power line and cable workers B 5
7245 Telecommunications line and cable workers * B 7
7246 Telecommunications installation and repair workers * B 7
7251 Plumbers B 5
7271 Carpenters B 5
7282 Concrete finishers B 5
7284 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers B 5
7294 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) B 5
7295 Floor covering installers B 5
7311 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics B 5
7312 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics B 5
7313 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics ** B 6
7315 Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors B 5
7316 Machine fitters B 5
7321 Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers B 5
7322 Motor vehicle body repairers B 5
7361 Railway and yard locomotive engineers B 5
7362 Railway conductors and brakemen/women B 5
7371 Crane operators ** B 6

* Regulated Occupation
** Compulsory Trade

NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0821 Managers in agriculture 0 5
NOC Occupation Title Skill Level Minimum CLB
0911 Manufacturing managers 0 5
0912 Utilities managers 0 5
9241 Power engineers and power systems operators B 5

 

 

1.INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION STREAM

Important
The current MPNP criteria for Skilled Workers in Manitoba remains in effect for Expressions of Interest and applications received before the effective date below:

Change Effective Date
New International Education Stream (IES) criteria in effect Q2 2018*
* Effective dates are dependent on updates to the MPNP Online application system and are subject to change

 

 

 

CAREER EMPLOYMENT PATHWAY

The Career Employment Pathway will provide faster nomination pathways for international student graduates in STEM programs through internships contributing to industry innovation in Manitoba. In addition, post-secondary graduates who find long-term employment in an in-demand occupation consistent with their training, will no longer be required to work for 6 months before applying to the MPNP.

If you are an international student who graduated in another province of Canada and/or are not working in an in-demand occupation, you may be eligible to apply under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream

International Education Stream – Career Employment Pathway
Criterion Minimum Requirement
Education Completed a graduate program in STEM in Manitoba within past 3 years;
OR

Graduated in the past 3 years from a designated post-secondary institution (minimum one year, two semesters, full-time coursework);

OR

Completed a recognized Bridging/Gap-Training program offered by a designated post-secondary partner institution in Manitoba and passed the initial stage of certification by the Regulator as required for the specific regulated occupation associated with that program.
Official Languages Proficiency Minimum CLB/NCLC 7
Current Employment in Manitoba For STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) graduates:
If you have completed a graduate program in STEM in Manitoba with a completed internship with eligible industry and research enterprises in Manitoba, you are not required to have a job offer at the time of application.

For all other applicants:

Full-time job offer from an eligible current employer, with a minimum 1-year contract, in NOC 0, A, or B on Manitoba’s published In-Demand Occupations list that are consistent with your completed training.

Note:

§  The MPNP may impose program or occupation-specific limits.

§  If you have completed a bridging program and passed the initial stage of certification as determined by the appropriate regulatory body, you are not required to have a job offer at the time of application.
Settlement Funds You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period.
OR

You must be employed in a full-time, long-term position in Manitoba.
Adaptability You must be residing in Manitoba at the time of application.
You must show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination, including the submission of a Career Employment Plan demonstrating opportunities for a successful career track in Manitoba.

  

  1. BUSINESS INVESTOR STREAM

The Business Investor Stream (BIS) will replace the current PNP-B business immigration category. BIS allows Manitoba to recruit and nominate qualified business investors and entrepreneurs from around the world who have the intent and ability to start or purchase businesses in Manitoba within the first 24 months of arrival in Canada. Applicants will no longer be required to submit a deposit of $100,000 to the Manitoba government.

There will be two pathways:

 

 

  1. SKILLED WORKER IN MANITOBA STREAM

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is locally driven and based on the needs of Manitoba employers. The MPNP selects internationally trained and experienced workers who have the skills needed in the local labour market, and nominates them to receive Canadian permanent resident visas to settle and work in Manitoba. Candidates with strong labour market attachments to Manitoba employers remain a priority.

There will be two pathways:

The Manitoba Work Experience Pathway is for applicants currently working in Manitoba with temporary work permits (Temporary Foreign Workers, international student graduates from other provinces or Manitoba graduates) not working in jobs published on the In-demand Occupations list.

The Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway is for international applicants with hard job offers from pre-approved Manitoba employers.

4.SKILLED WORKER OVERSEAS STREAM

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) is for international skilled worker applicants with in-demand skills and training and a high potential to establish strong labour market attachments to related occupations soon after arrival in Manitoba.

The stream will offer a new pathway to nominate qualified applicants for the federal Express Entry program. Priority will be given to candidates with close family connections in Manitoba and spouses who have the language proficiency, training and experience to quickly find jobs in-demand occupations.

There will be two pathways:

The Manitoba Express Entry Pathway is for candidates demonstrating high human capital with skills, training, and experience related to Manitoba’s In-demand Occupations list and a strong family connection to Manitoba. This Pathway is open to candidates who are also eligible under another MPNP stream and who meet Express Entry criteria and have an active Express Entry profile.

The Human Capital Pathway is for international skilled worker applicants with skills and training aligned with Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations list, and who demonstrate a high potential to establish strong labour market attachments to those occupations sooner after arrival in Manitoba.

 

MANITOBA EXPRESS ENTRY PATHWAY

Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

The Manitoba Express Entry (EE) Pathway is for candidates demonstrating high human capital with skills, training, and experience related to Manitoba’s In-demand Occupations list and a strong family connection to Manitoba.

This Pathway will be open to candidates who are also eligible under another MPNP stream and who meet Express Entry criteria and have an active EE profile.

Skilled Worker Overseas Stream – Manitoba Express Entry Pathway
Criterion Minimum Requirement
Express Entry Demonstrate acceptance into the Express Entry pool by providing a valid Express Entry ID and Job Seeker Validation Code.
Work Experience Minimum of 6 months of work experience in an occupation on the In-Demand Occupations list.
You must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official Languages Proficiency The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for NOC 0 or A

§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for NOC B
Education Completed one post-secondary program of at least one year (Canadian equivalent).
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory body to have your qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Age Minimum age of 18 at time of submission
Adaptability Demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in Manitoba;
AND

Have the confirmed support of a close friend or relative who has resided in Manitoba for at least one year;

OR

Hold a valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP.
Settlement Funds Demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period.

HUMAN CAPITAL PATHWAY

The Human Capital Pathway is for international skilled worker applicants with skills and training aligned with Manitoba’s published in-demand occupations list, and who demonstrate a high potential to establish strong labour market attachments to those occupations sooner after arrival in Manitoba.

Skilled Worker Overseas Stream – Human Capital Pathway
Criterion Minimum Requirement
Work Experience The employment experience declared for purposes of obtaining EOI and assessment points must be full-time and for a period of at least six months. There is no minimum but zero points will be awarded for less than one year of work experience in total.
Your work experience must be in an occupation on the In-Demand Occupations list.

You must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official Languages Proficiency The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupation

§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for Compulsory Trades

§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 5 for all other NOC 0, A, or B occupations

Points are awarded for second official language proficiency of at least CLB/NCLC 5
Education You must have completed a minimum of one post-secondary program of at least one year (Canadian equivalent).
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory body to have your qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Adaptability You must demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in Manitoba;
AND

Confirmed support of a close relative who has resided in Manitoba for at least one year;

OR

Previous post-secondary education completed in Manitoba within the past five years;

OR

Previous work experience in Manitoba within the past five years;

OR

A valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP.

You may also be awarded Adaptability points if your spouse or common-law partner demonstrates a minimum of a bachelor degree and official language proficiency of at least CLB/NCLC 5.
Age Minimum age of 18 at time of submission; no maximum age but no points are awarded over 45 years of age
Settlement Funds Demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period.

 

Expression of Interest Ranking for Skilled Workers

UNDERSTANDING THE RANKING SYSTEM

By completing an Expression of Interest, you automatically receive a score based on a number of criteria. The highest-scoring candidates in the pool will be invited on a regular basis to provide a full application to the MPNP.

You can view a PDF version of our EOI Ranking points grid or read on to learn more about how you will be scored.

FACTOR 1: LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Points are based on individual Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) band scores for Reading Writing, Listening and Speaking. Points awarded based on official test results provided. Those candidates who do not submit valid results of an approved language test do not receive points in this category. To be considered valid, your test must have been taken no more than two years prior to the date you submit your MPNP Online application. Points for the second official language are also based on evidence in form of official test results indicating the candidate scores at least at CLB 5 overall.

Language Proficiency Ranking Points
First Official Language1
CLB 8 or higher 25 per band
CLB 7 22 per band
CLB 6 20 per band
CLB 5 17 per band
CLB 4 12 per band
CLB 3 or lower  0
Second Official Language
CLB 5 or higher (overall) 25
Maximum Points – Factor 1 125

FACTOR 2: AGE

Points are based on your age at the time your Expression of Interest is submitted to the MPNP.

Age Ranking Points
18 20
19 30
20 40
21 to 45 75
46 40
47 30
48 20
49 10
50 or older 0
Maximum Points – Factor 2 75

FACTOR 3: WORK EXPERIENCE

Points are calculated based on your years of full-time work experience. Your employment is considered full-time if you are working for 30 hours or more each week for the same employer.Only full-time jobs of six months or longer should be included. You should only count full years of work experience you have already completed. Do not round up your work experience (Ex.: If you have gained 7 months of work experience, you would have to answer less than 1).

Additional points for licensing are only awarded to those candidates who are working in professions or trades that require licensing in Manitoba and have completed all necessary steps to be able to seek employment in Manitoba. Evidence of this is required at the time an application is submitted to the MPNP.

Years of work experience Ranking Points
less than one year  0
one year 40
two years 50
three years 60
four years or more 75
Fully recognized by provincial licensing body 100
Maximum Points – Factor 3 175

FACTOR 4: EDUCATION

Points are calculated based on the highest level of education you completed at a recognized education institution. A completed program is one for which you have met all requirements and received a certificate, diploma or degree.

Highest level of completed education Ranking Points
Master’s degree or Doctorate 125
Two post-secondary programs of at least two years each 115
One post-secondary program of three years or more 110
One post-secondary program of two years 100
One-year post-secondary program 70
Trade Certificate 70
No formal post-secondary education 0
Maximum Points – Factor 4 125

FACTOR 5: ADAPTABILITY

Adaptability points are calculated based on the type of connection you have to Manitoba. All candidates must have at least one type of connection to our province (Regional Development is considered a supplemental connection factor; points can only be awarded in combination with a Manitoba connection). You cannot be awarded points for more than one connection factor, you will only be scored based on your connection which gives you the highest score. Supplemental points for Regional Development cannot be awarded to candidates whose connection to Manitoba is based on Manitoba Demand. All candidates indicating that they plan to settle outside of Winnipeg MUST at the time of application satisfactorily demonstrate that they have a convincing connection to a region outside of the capital city indicating a strong likelihood that they will make a long-term economic contribution to that region.

Skilled Worker Overseas Stream – Manitoba Express Entry Pathway
Criterion Minimum Requirement
Express Entry Demonstrate acceptance into the Express Entry pool by providing a valid Express Entry ID and Job Seeker Validation Code.
Work Experience Minimum of 6 months of work experience in an occupation on the In-Demand Occupations list.
You must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official Languages Proficiency The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for NOC 0 or A

§  Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for NOC B
Education Completed one post-secondary program of at least one year (Canadian equivalent).
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory body to have your qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Age Minimum age of 18 at time of submission
Adaptability Demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in Manitoba;
AND

Have the confirmed support of a close friend or relative who has resided in Manitoba for at least one year;

OR

Hold a valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP.
Settlement Funds Demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for independent financial resources for a six-month period.

FACTOR 6: RISK ASSESSMENT

Ranking points will no longer be deducted if you or your spouse have a close relative living in another Canadian province or if you have a previous immigration application to another province.   You are still required to answer these questions.  The maximum negative ranking points possible now is -200.

If you have a valid EOI, you do NOT need to create a new one, the points will automatically be adjusted.  You can log-in to view your current score and change/update your valid profile at any time if your circumstances change by updating the information in your EOI and hitting re-submit.

Points are calculated based on any connections you or your spouse, if applicable, may have to other parts of Canada.

Immigration through the MPNP for Skilled Workers in Manitoba is a three-step process:

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST SUBMISSION

Who can submit an Expression of Interest?

Submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) is your first step to immigration to Manitoba through the MPNP. If you are eligible under one of our application streams, you will be able to submit an Expression of Interest.

What do you submit?

Eligible candidates complete a series of questions online and are not required to upload supporting documentation before submitting their profile into the EOI pool.

Your profile will be placed in a pool with other eligible candidates and you will receive a score based on the answers you provide. We will then rank you using several factors and if you are among the highest-scoring candidates, you may be invited to submit an application to the MPNP.

There are no limits on the number of candidates who can submit an Expression of Interest and no deadline. The information you provide will help us determine if you are eligible to immigrate through the MPNP.

Before starting, please familiarize yourself with the eligibility criteria of the MPNP as you may have to take a language test or fulfill other requirements prior to submitting an Expression of Interest.

You will be able to update the information in your Expression of Interest after submission by logging back into your account. Please ensure that all information in your profile remains up-to-date.

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOW THE POOL WORKS

If you successfully create an Expression of Interest, you will be entered into a pool of all eligible candidates.

  • Your profile will be valid for one year from the day you submit it.
  • You will receive EOIRanking Points based on the information you provided in your profile.
  • The MPNP will regularly draw the highest scoring candidates and invite them to submit a full application to the MPNP.
  • The MPNP uses an electronic system for both the submission of Expressions of Interest and nomination applications (Business applicants submit a paper based application) and we will communicate with you via email. Please ensure that you provide a valid email address to us.
  • If you are invited to submit an application, you can use the same log-in information you created for your Expression of Interest to complete your nomination application (Skilled Worker only).
  • You must make sure that the information you provide in your Expression of Interest stays true and accurate at all times. If your situation changes, you must update your profile.
  • If we find that you provided false information or left out important details, your application will be refused and you could be barred for two years from submitting another application.

UNDERSTANDING THE RANKING SYSTEM

By completing an Expression of Interest, you automatically receive a score based on a number of criteria. The highest-scoring candidates in the pool will be invited on a regular basis to provide a full application to the MPNP. The criteria for Skilled Workers differs from the criteria for Business Investors. Further information on EOI Ranking criteria can be found in the Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas, and Business Investors sections.

A points-based system is used to assess and score your profile, and to rank you in the pool of Expressions of Interest. You will be assessed based on factors including:

  • your language ability
  • your education
  • your work experience
  • your adaptability and other factors

These factors all play a role in your future economic success in Manitoba. A goal of the Expression of Interest system is to ensure strong economic outcomes and long-term retention in Manitoba for those selected.

LETTERS OF ADVICE TO APPLY

On a regular basis, the highest-scoring EOIs in each of the MPNP’s application streams, Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas and Business Investors are drawn from the pool according to the MPNP Ranking Points system for Skilled Workers or Program Eligibility for Business Investors and those selected receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA). The number of LAAs issued in each draw is dependent on annual processing targets and capacities.

If you receive a LAA, you have 60 days to submit a complete application to the MPNP and you will have to provide documents to support the information you provided to us in your Expression of Interest. If you provide false or misleading information in your EOI, it may be considered misrepresentation. Your application could be refused and you may be subject to a ban which would prevent you from applying to the MPNP for a period of two years.

If you are invited to apply, your LAA will advise you on what you should do next. In the case of Skilled Worker by following these instructions you will be able to log in to the Government of Manitoba account you created for your Expression of Interest and will now have access to the full application.

Your Expression of Interest will remain active for one year from the date you originally submitted it. After it expires, you will have to submit a new Expression of Interest to still be considered.