Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)

Manitoba, located in central Canada, is one of the Prairie Provinces and is known as the “Keystone Province.” The name “Manitoba” is derived from an indigenous word that means “a place where spirit lives.” It is often referred to as the “Sunshine Capital of Canada.” Manitoba comprises ten cities, with Winnipeg as the provincial capital. Due to its rich natural resources, the province has a relatively strong economy.

In addition to activities like oil extraction and forestry, Manitoba also has a significant manufacturing sector and a thriving tourism industry. It is the only province in Canada with a deep-water Arctic seaport, making it a crucial transportation hub for Canada and North America. The provincial government is actively encouraging more new immigrants to settle in Manitoba to attract additional investments, boost the province’s economic strength, and maintain a talent pool for the labor market.

International Education Stream:

This category is specifically for international students who have graduated from institutions in Manitoba. Students who have graduated from institutions in other provinces are not eligible for this category.

The Manitoba International Education Stream consists of three main categories:

  1. Career Employment Pathway: This category is for graduates who have completed their education in Manitoba and have long-term employment opportunities in the province. The job offered must be in a high-demand occupation on Manitoba’s in-demand list, and the applicant’s field of study must align with the requirements of the job.
  1. Graduate Internship Pathway: This pathway is designed for graduates who have completed a master’s or doctoral degree in Manitoba within the last three years and successfully completed an internship. No job offer is required, and applicants need to have a minimum IELTS score of 6 in each category. Additionally, they must demonstrate sufficient settlement funds or have a full-time, long-term job offer in Manitoba.
  2. International Student Entrepreneur Pathway: Manitoba offers 20 spots annually for international students to immigrate through the Entrepreneur Pathway, bypassing the need for employment after graduation. Applicants must provide a business plan, have worked as a senior executive for at least six months before nomination, and hold at least a 51% ownership stake in the business.

Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream:

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream includes two categories:

1. Manitoba Work Experience Pathway: This category is for applicants holding work permits who have worked in Manitoba.

2. Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway: This pathway allows Manitoba employers to directly recruit foreign workers.