Canada Immigration -

British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program

Strategic Occupations - Skilled Worker Category

The British Columbian Provincial Nominee Program is an immigration program that allows British Columbia to select highly skilled immigrants to fill critical labour shortages in the province. The program is aimed at high skilled occupations, where the potential for gains to the economy are substantial and where it is expected that there will be a transfer of skills to the British Columbian workforce.

The British Columbian Provincial Nominee Program is not based on a specific skill shortage list. Rather, the program has identified certain sectors as high priorities such as Aerospace, Post Secondary Education, Information and High Technology, etc. Other areas, such as certain skilled trades, small- to medium-sized employers, and employers facing geographic impacts, may also be addressed.

Applications are assessed on a case by case basis. Employers in other industries who identify key shortages and the need to recruit highly skilled individuals from outside of Canada may also apply. These provincial priorities may change as skill shortages are identified or met by permanent residents.

If you fall within the skilled worker category and are considering the Provincial Nominee Program as an option, let us assist you with obtaining the necessary job offer and nomination.

Complete our Free Online Assessment to see whether you qualify for the British Columbia Provincial Nomination Program.