Manitoba invites more in-Canada and overseas skilled workers for provincial nomination
Manitoba has invited more skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination in the province’s latest immigration selection.
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued invitations through its Skilled Worker stream, selecting candidates through its Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways.
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On November 21, the MPNP issued invitations through both pathways of its Skilled Worker Stream, targeting candidates who had been previously selected under a strategic recruitment initiative by the province.
In total, 35 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued to candidates through the following four initiatives:
| Skilled Recruitment Initiative | Number of LAAs issued |
|---|---|
| Employer Services | 18 |
| Francophone Community | 8 |
| Regional Communities | 8 |
| Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates (TPP) | 1 |
Since June of this year, the MPNP has drawn almost exclusively from candidates selected under recruitment initiatives, prioritizing them for settlement in Manitoba in the second half of 2025.
Of the 35 invitations issued in this draw, five were issued to candidates who declared they had a valid Express Entry profile and job seeker validation code.
The MPNP notes that if a candidate has met all the selection criteria but still has not received an LAA for provincial nomination, it may be because:
- The candidate has stated that they completed an approved third-party language test in English or French to demonstrate language proficiency, but either:
- Did not include a valid test number in their Expression of Interest (EOI); or
- Their test results are no longer valid.
- The candidate has stated that they received an invitation to the MPNP through a strategic recruitment initiative, but did not provide a valid invitation number.
What are strategic recruitment initiatives, and how can I be invited under one?
Strategic recruitment initiatives (SRIs) are special initiatives that Manitoba undertakes to identify and invite skilled immigrants within the province and abroad, who fill critical labour gaps or meet Manitoba’s immigration goals.
Importantly, candidates cannot actively apply to these initiatives themselves. Rather, the MPNP selects candidates whom they feel meet their immigration goals for an SRI, through recruitment initiatives, or exploratory visits.
These candidates are given a Letter of Invitation, which they must attach to their candidate profile in the MPNP’s EOI system.
What are recruitment initiatives (recruitment missions)?
From time to time, the MPNP organizes overseas recruitment missions, often in partnership with Manitoba employers who are looking for skilled workers. During these missions, program officers and employers meet prospective candidates, share information about job opportunities, and explain pathways to immigration through the MPNP.
Candidates who want to take part in a recruitment mission must watch for announcements from the MPNP, and follow the instructions provided—such as registering for an event, submitting a form, or providing a résumé and basic eligibility information.
What are exploratory visits?
An exploratory visit is a short, prearranged trip to Manitoba that allows potential MPNP applicants to see the province firsthand.
The main purpose of these visits is to allow foreign nationals to decide whether they genuinely intend and are able to live, work, and settle in Manitoba with their family as permanent residents, while also allowing Manitoba immigration officials to do a preliminary interview and assessment of an immigration candidate.
Interested skilled workers first submit a request to the MPNP. If the request is accepted, the MPNP issues an invitation and provides follow-up steps on how to arrange the visit. Exploratory visits are only conducted at the MPNP’s discretion and must be approved and organized through the program itself.
During the visit, candidates can research different communities and job markets, meet with potential employers, speak with regulatory bodies (if they work in a regulated occupation), and explore housing, schools, and general lifestyle options.
During the visit, the MPNP interviews the candidate. After that interview, the program may issue an invitation.
It is this invitation—not the visit alone—that creates the formal “connection to Manitoba” required for an MPNP application.
Eligibility criteria for an MPNP exploratory visit can be found here.
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