Detailed Results of Manitoba's First August PNP Draw
This week, the Manitoba immigration authorities announced the results of the province's first nomination draw in August. This was the 251st draw conducted under the MPNP's Expression of Interest (EOI) system, inviting candidates from both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams.
According to official data, the draw took place on August 7, 2025, issuing a total of 37 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs). All invited candidates were required to meet two key conditions:
- An EOI score of at least 724 in the MPNP's unique points system.
- A direct invitation from the MPNP under a "Strategic Recruitment Initiative."
The 37 invitations were distributed among the following strategic recruitment initiatives:
- Employer Services: 15 LAAs
- Francophone Community: 19 LAAs
- Regional Communities: 1 LAA
- Ethnocultural Communities: 2 LAAs
The data shows that candidates from the Francophone community formed the largest group of invitees in this round. Furthermore, among the 37 invited candidates, seven also held a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code, which means they will be able to fast-track their permanent residence applications through the federal system.
Why Might a Candidate Not Receive an Invitation Despite Meeting the Score?
The MPNP officially noted that if a candidate's score met or exceeded 724 but they did not receive an LAA, it could be due to the following reasons:
- Language Test Issues: The candidate indicated in their EOI that they had taken an approved third-party language test but failed to provide a valid test number, or their test results had expired by the time of the draw.
- Missing Invitation Information: The candidate indicated they had received a direct invitation through a "Strategic Recruitment Initiative" but failed to provide a valid invitation number in their EOI.
In-Depth: What Are the MPNP's "Strategic Recruitment Initiatives"?
"Strategic Recruitment Initiatives" are special immigration pathways established by Manitoba to precisely address labor shortages within the province. These initiatives are often led by local employers or specific communities and are designed to identify and invite foreign talent with skills that are in high demand, offering them an effective pathway to Canadian permanent residence.
For employers wishing to participate, they must first demonstrate that their job vacancies meet eligibility requirements and complete Manitoba's "ABC Recruitment Process." Once approved, employers can submit the details of international candidates to the MPNP's Employer Services department.
For applicants, in addition to meeting basic eligibility criteria such as age, language proficiency, work experience, and education, they must also meet the specific requirements of the stream for which they are selected.
It is important to note that the MPNP assesses an applicant's "intent to reside" during processing. If a candidate has stronger ties to another Canadian province or territory (for example, through previous long-term employment or study), they may be considered a "retention risk," which could lead to a refusal from Employer Services or the MPNP. The immigration authorities have stated that such situations are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
