British Columbia has issued at least 213 invitations in a new draw through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
The February 21 draw saw invitations issued in five different categories.
A general draw, which included tech occupations, saw 69 invitations issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 96 to 126 points.
In a further targeted draw, 70 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 60 points in a draw targeting childcare workers.
Construction workers received 32 invitations with a minimum score of 75.
A draw targeted at healthcare workers saw 41 invitations issued to skilled workers and international graduates, with a minimum score of 60 points.
Finally, a draw aimed at veterinary care workers saw ‘less than 5’ invitations issued, again with a minimum score of 60. It was listed as ‘less than 5’ to protect the identity of those invited.