Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is an immigration pathway designed to address the specific economic and labor market needs of Manitoba, a province known for its diverse economy, vibrant communities, and high quality of life. Administered by the Government of Manitoba in partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the MPNP offers various streams and categories for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates seeking to settle and contribute to the province’s growth.
Key Streams of MPNP
MPNP offers three streams:
- Skilled Worker Stream: Designed for skilled workers with experience in occupations in demand in Manitoba. Candidates may apply under one of two pathways: the Manitoba Work Experience Pathway or the Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway.
- Business Investor Stream: For individuals who wish to invest in and actively manage a business in Manitoba. This stream includes three pathways: the Entrepreneur Pathway, the Farm Investor Pathway, and the Investor Pathway.
- International Education Stream: For international graduates of Manitoba post-secondary institutions who have been offered a full-time job by a Manitoba employer
Eligibility Criteria
The Skills Immigration streams include:
- Skilled Worker: For experienced workers with job offers from B.C. employers.
Health Authority: For healthcare professionals employed by B.C. health authorities. - Entry Level and Semi-Skilled: For workers in select occupations in the tourism/hospitality or food processing sectors.
- International Graduate: For recent graduates of eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions.
- International Post-Graduate: For recent graduates of eligible B.C. post-secondary institutions with master’s or doctoral degrees.
Entrepreneur Immigration (EI Stream)
- Base stream: Base Program is for individuals who wish to establish or purchase and manage a business in British Columbia (BC). The program requires a personal net worth of at least CAD$600,000, business and/or management experience, basic English or French language skills, and eligibility for legal immigration status in Canada. Business requirements include making an eligible personal investment of at least CAD$200,000, creating at least one new full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and establishing an eligible new business or improving an existing one.The process involves preparing a business proposal, registering it with the BC Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), obtaining a work permit, building and managing the business in BC, obtaining BC PNP nomination, and applying for permanent residence.
- Regional Pilot: The Regional Pilot stream encourages entrepreneurs to start new businesses in smaller communities across BC. Requirements include establishing an eligible new business aligned with the priorities of the referring community, showing business and/or management experience, having a personal net worth of at least CAD$300,000, making an eligible personal investment of at least CAD$100,000, and creating at least one new full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Strategic Projects: The Strategic Projects stream is for foreign corporations looking to invest in BC and establish operations integral to their core business. Eligibility criteria include being well-established and in good financial standing, demonstrating investment readiness and capacity for international expansion into BC, and providing significant economic benefit to the province. Key staff members must also meet specific eligibility criteria.
The application process involves making an exploratory visit to BC, discussing the proposal with the BC PNP, registering the company’s interest to apply, receiving an invitation to apply, submitting a full application, signing performance agreements, obtaining work permits, establishing the business, and applying for permanent residence.
Real West Immigration Guides Your Path to Manitoba
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) offers diverse pathways to permanent residency for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates seeking to build a new life and contribute to the vibrant communities of Manitoba. Whether you possess in-demand skills, entrepreneurial ambitions, or have recently graduated from a Manitoba post-secondary institution, the MPNP provides opportunities to thrive and succeed in one of Canada’s most welcoming provinces. Explore the various streams and categories of the MPNP with Real West Immigration to find the pathway that aligns with your qualifications, aspirations, and desire for a prosperous future in Manitoba.