British Columbia updated the BC PNP to target healthcare, construction, and innovation

Apr 27

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The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has overhauled its selection criteria to align with the province’s "Look West" strategy, focusing on three pillars: Care, Build, and Innovate. Effective immediately, the program will prioritize 36 healthcare and education roles, 9 skilled trades for infrastructure projects, and high-impact talent across all sectors. The Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS) stream has officially closed, and no new international student streams will be launched. To encourage regional development, the province aims for 35% of all nominations to go to candidates working outside Metro Vancouver. These changes also include a one-time initiative starting in June 2026 to retain 250 cleaning and security workers currently employed by health authorities in rural or remote areas.

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