14/03/2026
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), administered by the Province of Manitoba, recently conducted an Expression of Interest (EOI) draw on March 12, 2026.
This draw targeted candidates under the Skilled Worker Stream, specifically those in the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas pathways who had been directly invited by the MPNP through strategic recruitment efforts.
In total, 46 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued, inviting eligible profiles to submit full applications for provincial nomination. These invitations focus on supporting Manitoba’s labour market priorities by attracting skilled talent with strong connections or value to the province.
The breakdown of invitations by strategic recruitment category is as follows:
• Employer Services: 17
• Ethnocultural Communities: 9
• Francophone Community: 12
• Regional Communities: 6
• Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates (TPP): 2
Additionally, out of the 46 LAAs, 5 went to candidates who had declared a valid Express Entry profile number along with a job seeker validation code.
This draw is part of the MPNP’s ongoing efforts to address workforce needs in key sectors and communities. For context, Manitoba’s nomination allocation for 2026 stands at 6,239 (as set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada), and the program continues to prioritize candidates who can contribute effectively to economic growth and long-term settlement in the province.
The official source for these details is the Manitoba Immigration website (immigratemanitoba.com), which maintains an archive of EOI draws and provides transparent updates on program activity.
The MPNP enables Manitoba to select and nominate individuals who possess the skills, experience, and connections needed to fill local labour shortages and support community development. Nomination from the province strengthens an applicant’s path to Canadian permanent residence, often through Express Entry-linked options or direct provincial streams.
Candidates are evaluated based on criteria such as:
• Work experience in in-demand occupations
• Education and language skills
• Ties to Manitoba (e.g., family, previous study/work, or recruitment initiatives)
• Overall settlement potential
The program includes pathways for those already working in Manitoba (e.g., temporary foreign workers) and overseas applicants recruited through targeted initiatives.
For the most up-to-date information on draws, eligibility, in-demand occupations, and application processes, visit the official Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program site at immigratemanitoba.com
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