Manitoba PNP

1. Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream
The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is based on the specific needs of Manitoba employers.
SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for Canada permanent
residence. The stream prioritizes candidates with a strong attachment to Manitoba, with two pathways to
Manitoba immigration.
Manitoba Work Experience Pathway Requirements
Work
Experience in
Manitoba
OR
Current
Employment
in Manitoba
Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) and International Students: Manitoba graduates
in occupations on Manitoba’s published In-Demand Occupations list who have
worked a minimum of 6 months in Manitoba (the job is not necessarily related to
your field of study);
OR
International Students: Out-of-province graduates in occupations on Manitoba’s
published In-Demand Occupations list who have worked a minimum of 12 months in
Manitoba (the job is not necessarily related to your field of study);
OR
Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) in occupations not on Manitoba’s published In-
Demand Occupations list who have worked a minimum of 12 months in Manitoba
with an LMIA-supported or LMIA exempt work permit;
OR
International Students: Manitoba Graduates in occupations not on Manitoba’s
published In-Demand Occupations list who have worked a minimum of 12 months in
Manitoba.
Additional
Employment
Requirements
You must be residing and/or working in Manitoba at the time of application;
You must have a long-term, full-time job offer that meets Manitoba’s employment
and wage standards for the occupation;
Your working conditions consistent to those of Canadian Citizens/Permanent
Residents of Canada; and
Your position is not home-based, part-time, temporary, seasonal, or commissionbased.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupation
Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for Compulsory Trades
Minimum CLB/NCLC 5 for all other NOC 0, A, or B occupations
Minimum CLB/NCLC 4 for semi-skilled occupations (NOC C or D)
Points are awarded for second official language proficiency of at least CLB/NCLC 5
Adaptability You must demonstrate the ability and intent to reside in Manitoba.
b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway
For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers.
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Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years in the past 5 years of employment experience relevant to the
occupation being recruited, or other relevant experience identified by the
employer;
OR
Relevant experience as identified by the employer if other than 2 years.
Additional
Employment / Job
Offer
Requirements
You must have a long-term, full-time job offer that meets Manitoba’s employment
and wage standards for the occupation;
The employer has a registered commercial business that has been operating in
Manitoba for at least the three years immediately preceding the application;
Your working conditions consistent to those of Canadian Citizens/Permanent
Residents of Canada; and
Your position is not home-based, part-time, temporary, seasonal, or commissionbased.
Official Languages
Proficiency
The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupation
Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for Compulsory Trades
Minimum CLB/NCLC 5 for all other NOC 0, A, or B occupations
Minimum CLB/NCLC 4 for semi-skilled occupations (NOC C or D) where the
employer commits to providing or facilitating workplace language training.
Adaptability You must demonstrate the ability and intent to reside in Manitoba.
Education
You must have post-secondary education and/or training related to the
occupation being recruited or identified by the employer.
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory
body to have their qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
For NOC C or D occupations, the MPNP reserves the right to select individuals
with no post-secondary education, providing they possess the required training
for the job according to employer requirements and NOC description.
Age Applicants must be aged 21-45.
Employer
Eligibility for
Strategic
Recruitment
Initiatives
Prospective employers must meet specific eligibility criteria.
2. Skilled Worker Overseas Stream
The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) includes both a dedicated Canada Express Entry Pathway and
a direct provincial pathway.
It is aimed at international skilled workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations.
Priority is given to applicants and spouses with close family connections, plus the language proficiency,
training and experience to find jobs quickly.
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a) Manitoba Express Entry Pathway
For international candidates eligible under another MPNP stream, who also meet Express Entry criteria
and have an active Express Entry profile.
Candidates need skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations, and a
strong family connection to the province.
Manitoba Express Entry Requirements
Express Entry
Demonstrate acceptance into the Express Entry pool by providing a valid Express
Entry ID and Job Seeker Validation Code.
Work
Experience
Minimum of 6 months of work experience in an occupation on the In-Demand
Occupations List.
You must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for NOC 0 or A
Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for NOC B
Education
Completed one post-secondary program of at least one year (Canadian equivalent).
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory
body to have your qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Age Minimum age of 18 at the time of submission
Adaptability
Demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in
Manitoba;
AND
Have the confirmed support of a close friend or relative who has resided in Manitoba
for at least one year;
OR
Hold a valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP.
Settlement
Funds
Demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for
independent financial resources for a six-month period.
b) Human Capital Pathway
For international skilled workers with skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand
Occupations.
Candidates must demonstrate the potential to find employment soon after they arrive in Manitoba.
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Work
Experience
The employment experience declared for purposes of obtaining EOI and assessment
points must be full-time and for a period of at least six months. There is no minimum
but zero points will be awarded for less than one year of work experience in total.
Your work experience must be in an occupation on the In-Demand Occupations list.
You must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
The minimum official language proficiency depends on your assessed NOC:
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupation
Minimum CLB/NCLC 6 for Compulsory Trades
Minimum CLB/NCLC 5 for all other NOC 0, A, or B occupations
Points are awarded for second official language proficiency of at least CLB/NCLC 5
Education
Completed one post-secondary program of at least one year (Canadian equivalent).
If the position requires licensure or certification, you must apply to the regulatory body
to have your qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Adaptability
Demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in
Manitoba;
AND
Have the confirmed support of a close friend or relative who has resided in Manitoba
for at least one year;
OR
Previous post-secondary education completed in Manitoba within the past five years;
OR
Previous work experience in Manitoba within the past five years;
OR
Hold a valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP.
You may also be awarded Adaptability points if your spouse or common-law partner
demonstrates a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and official language proficiency of at
least CLB/NCLC 5.
Age
Minimum age of 18 at the time of submission; no maximum age but no points are
awarded over 45 years of age.
Settlement
Funds
Demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for
independent financial resources for a six-month period.
3. International Education Stream
The International Education Stream (IES) is dedicated to international graduates from Manitoba colleges
and universities. Under IES, candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before
applying for an MPNP nomination. It has three pathways:
a) Career Employment Pathway
The IES Career Employment Pathway will expedite nomination for international graduates in science,
technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM subjects, with internships contributing to innovation.
International graduate candidates with job offers in an In-Demand Occupation aligned with their
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Career Employment Pathway Requirements
Education
You must have graduated in the past 3 years from a designated post-secondary
institution in Manitoba (minimum one year, two semesters, full-time coursework).
Official
Languages
Proficiency
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (or equivalent).
Current
Employment
in Manitoba
You must have a full-time job offer from an eligible current employer, with a minimum
1-year contract on Manitoba’s published In-Demand Occupations list that are
consistent with your completed training.
Note:
The MPNP may impose program or occupation-specific limits.
If you have completed a bridging program and passed the initial stage of
certification as determined by the appropriate regulatory body, you are not
required to have a job offer at the time of application.
Settlement
Funds
You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements for
independent financial resources for a six-month period.
OR
You must be employed in a full-time, long-term position in Manitoba.
Adaptability
You must be residing in Manitoba at the time of application.
You must show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination, including
the submission of a Career Employment Plan demonstrating opportunities for a
successful career track in Manitoba
b) Graduate Internship Pathway
The Graduate Internship Pathway (GIP) targets masters and doctorate degree holders for expedited
nomination through internships contributing to industry innovation in Manitoba.
Graduates who have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships can apply when they graduate.
They do not need a job offer.
Graduate Internship Pathway Requirements
Education Completed a master or doctoral degree program in Manitoba within the past 3 years.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (or equivalent).
Current
Employment
in Manitoba
If you have completed a master or doctoral program in Manitoba with a completed
Mitacs Elevate or Accelerate internship with eligible industry and research enterprises
in Manitoba, you are not required to have a job offer at the time of application.
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Settlement
Funds
You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements for
independent financial resources for a six-month period.
OR
You must be employed in a full-time, long-term position in Manitoba.
Adaptability
You must be residing in Manitoba at the time of application.
You must show the intent to continue to reside in Manitoba after nomination, including
the submission of a Career Employment Plan demonstrating opportunities for a
successful career track in Manitoba.
c) Student Entrepreneur Pathway
The Student Entrepreneur Pathway is aimed at international graduates from Manitoba institutions who
want to start a business in the province.
The applicant must meet the terms of a Business Performance Agreement before being nominated for
permanent residence.
Business
Experience
A business plan is required as part of your application to MPNP.
You must operate the business as a senior manager on a daily basis from the place of
business in Manitoba for at least 6 months prior to nomination while on a valid
temporary work permit, consistent with the requirements of your Business
Performance Agreement (BPA).
Business equity ownership of at least 51%
Official
Languages
Proficiency
Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 (For this pathway only, IELTS – Academic is accepted in addition
to other language proficiency tests).
Education
Complete a full-time post-secondary program in Manitoba that is at least 2 years in
duration. (distance learning or compressed academic programs are not eligible)
Studies and/or work/business experience outside of Canada will be considered as
beneficial but are not an eligibility requirement.
Age 21-35
Adaptability
You must:
Have a valid open work permit or post-graduation work permit (PGWP) at the
time of application;
Have continuously resided in MB since graduation; and
Show intent to continue to reside in MB after nomination.
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Net Worth /
Settlement
Funds
A deposit is not required.
Minimum net worth is not an eligibility criterion; however, net worth/source of funds
will be considered for the purpose of evaluating the potential for you to successfully
execute on your business plan.
You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off requirements
for independent financial resources for a six-month period.
Your personal net worth will be verified by a third-party supplier approved by the
MPNP. A verification report, along with the application, must be submitted to the
MPNP within 120 days of receiving your letter of advice to apply.
Business
Performance
Agreement
After an application is approved, a Business Performance Agreement must be signed
prior to the MPNP issuing you a letter of support for applying for a work permit
4. Business Investor Stream
The Business Investor Stream is aimed at qualified international business investors and entrepreneurs.
Candidates are initially issued with a temporary work permit and must have the intent and ability to start
or purchase a business in Manitoba within two years of arrival. The stream abolishes a previous
requirement for a $100,000 deposit with the Manitoba government. There are pathways for
entrepreneurs and for farm investors.
a) Entrepreneur Pathway
For applicants wanting to open a business in Manitoba. Candidates are initially issued with a temporary
work permit. They are nominated for permanent residence after establishing a business meeting the
conditions of a Business Performance Agreement. Priority is given to candidates starting businesses
outside Winnipeg.
Entrepreneur Pathway Requirements
Business
Experience
Minimum of three years of full-time work experience in the past five years either as an
active business owner or working in a senior management role of a successful
business.
Business owners are given higher points in comparison to senior managers.
Business owners must have at least 33 1/3% ownership to qualify for points.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
Minimum CLB/NCLC 5
Education Minimum Canadian high school certificate equivalent
Age
No minimum or maximum age; however, ranking points are allocated to candidates 25
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Business
Investment
Minimum investment is $250,000 for businesses situated in the Manitoba Capital
Region.
Minimum investment is $150,000 if a business is situated outside of the Manitoba
Capital Region.
Business Investment must be made in an eligible business as defined by the MPNP.
The proposed business must create or maintain at least one job for a Canadian citizen
or a permanent resident in Manitoba (excluding owners of the business and/or their
close relatives).
Business
Research
Visit
A Business Plan is required and is an integral part of the application.
A business research visit allows the applicant to conduct extensive research of their
future business investment or proposal. The Business Research Visit must be
conducted no more than one year prior to the submission of your EOI.
Adaptability
Points will be allocated to you if:
Your spouse has CLB/NCLC 5 or higher;
You or your spouse have CLB/NCLC 5 or higher in the second official language;
You or your spouse or common-law partner have a close relative currently
residing in Manitoba for more than one year;
Your child is enrolled in an accredited Manitoba educational institution and is
actively pursuing academic, professional or vocational training on a full-time
basis for at least six months prior to the date of submission of EOI
AND/OR
You or your accompanying spouse or common-law partner have completed a
program of full-time study for at least one year at a post-secondary institution in
Manitoba. You or your accompanying spouse or common-law partner must have
done this after you turned 17 years old and with a valid study permit;
OR
You or your accompanying spouse or common-law partner have completed at
least six months of continuous full-time employment in Manitoba. A letter of
reference from the employer and a copy of the work permit must be provided.
Net Worth
Minimum of $500,000
Your personal net worth will be verified by a third-party supplier approved by the
MPNP. A verification report, along with the application, must be submitted to the
MPNP within 120 days of receiving your letter of advice to apply.
Business
Performance
Agreement
After an application is approved, a Business Performance Agreement must be signed
prior to the MPNP issuing you a letter of support for applying for a work permit.
b) Farm Investor Pathway
For applicants wanting to open and operate a farm in rural Manitoba. Candidates are initially issued with
a temporary work permit. They are nominated for permanent residence after establishing a business
meeting the conditions of a Business Performance Agreement.
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Farm
Business
Experience
Minimum of three years of farm ownership and operation experience supported by
verifiable documents.
Official
Languages
Proficiency
The Farm Investor Pathway recognizes language capabilities in either of Canada’s two
official languages are an important adaptability skill that will accelerate your ability to
become economically established in rural Manitoba.
If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be required to conduct the interview
in either French or English.
Farm
Business
Investment
At least $300,000. You are expected to establish a farming business in rural Manitoba.
Farm business investments must be in eligible tangible assets as defined by the
MPNP.
A farm business plan is required and is an integral part of the application.
Investments into a farm business operated primarily for the purposes of deriving
passive investment income or speculative purposes are not eligible
Farm
Business
Research Visit
You must conduct a Farm Business Research Visit to Manitoba.
Farm
Business
Activities
A farm business entity should have ongoing and recurring business activities in rural
Manitoba.
You are required to live on the farm and actively participate in the management of
the farm business on an ongoing basis from within Manitoba.
The farm business must be in active primary agriculture production and economically
viable.
The MPNP requires you to conduct value-added farm business activities in Manitoba.
Purely speculative activities or the use of third-party farm managers are not eligible
under the MPNP.
Economic
Establishment
Adaptability
You must demonstrate adaptability, specifically relating to practical farming skills,
technical knowledge and experience in technological based farming practices that will
transfer directly to Manitoba’s current primary farm production industry
Net Worth
At least $500,000
The MPNP may request verification of your net worth and financial information by a
designated third-party service provider.
If requested, the verification report, along with your application, must be submitted
to the MPNP within 120 days of receiving your Invitation to Apply.
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