British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program

What is the British Columbia PNP?

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) helps skilled workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs fast-track their immigration process to Canada. Successful applicants receive a British Columbia Provincial Nomination Certificate, significantly expediting their Permanent Residency (PR) application.

Why Choose EAM Immigration?

Expert Guidance: We ensure your British Columbia PNP application is strong and competitive.
Faster PR Process: A provincial nomination boosts your chances for PR approval.
Tailored Support: We match you with the best British Columbia PNP stream for your profile.

British Columbia PNP Immigration Streams

BC PNP offers multiple immigration pathways, including:

Skills Immigration (Including Express Entry)

This stream is for skilled professionals, graduates, and workers with job offers in British Columbia. It includes:

Skilled Worker Category: For professionals with job offers in high-demand occupations (NOC 0, A, or B).
International Graduate Category: For recent graduates from Canadian institutions with job offers in British Columbia.
International Post-Graduate Category: For graduates in STEM and health-related fields, no job offers required.
Health Care Professional Category: For doctors, nurses, and other healthcare specialists.
Entry-Level & Semi-Skilled Worker Category: For workers in tourism, food processing, and other select occupations.

British Columbia Express Entry Stream (Faster PR Processing)

British Columbia selects skilled candidates from the Express Entry pool.
Applicants must qualify for one of these federal economic immigration programs:

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Applicants are ranked using the British Columbia Skills Immigration Registration System (SIRS), which scores candidates on:

Economic Factors (Job offer, wage, location) – 120 points
Human Capital Factors (Experience, education, language proficiency) – 80 points

Business Immigration (For Entrepreneurs & Investors)

This stream is designed for individuals looking to invest in and operate a business in British Columbia.

Pilot Project for International Post-Graduate Students

This program targets graduates in natural, applied, and health sciences from British Columbia institutions. Eligible fields include:

Engineering & Computer Sciences
Health Professions
Mathematics & Physical Sciences
Natural Resource Conservation

No job offer is required for this category!

How to Apply for British Columbia PNP?

Step 1: Determine eligibility based on your skills, education, and job offer.
Step 2: Submit your BC PNP application through the appropriate stream.
Step 3: If nominated, apply for Permanent Residency through IRCC.