The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is an immigration program that allows the province of Manitoba to nominate individuals for Canadian permanent residency who have the skills, education, and work experience needed to contribute to the province’s economy. The program aims to attract skilled workers, business investors, and their families to settle and integrate into Manitoba’s communities.
Streams of MPNP
Skilled Worker Stream
- Skilled Workers in Manitoba: For skilled workers who are currently working in Manitoba and have a permanent, full-time job offer from a Manitoba employer.
- Skilled Workers Overseas: For skilled workers with skills and training in high demand in Manitoba’s labor market, who have a strong connection to the province.
International Education Stream
- Career Employment Pathway: For international graduates from Manitoba institutions who are employed in an in-demand occupation.
- Graduate Internship Pathway: For international graduates with a Master’s or Doctoral degree who are undertaking an internship contributing to innovation in Manitoba.
- International Student Entrepreneur Pilot: For international graduates from Manitoba institutions who intend to start and operate a business in Manitoba.
Business Investor Stream
- Entrepreneur Pathway: For experienced business owners or senior managers who want to establish a new business or purchase an existing business in Manitoba.
- Farm Investor Pathway: For individuals with farm business experience who wish to establish and operate a farm in rural Manitoba.
Eligibility Criteria
Skilled Worker Stream
International Education Stream
Business Investor Stream
Skilled Worker Stream
- Skilled Workers in Manitoba:
- Permanent, full-time job offer in Manitoba.
- Currently working in Manitoba.
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB 4).
- Skilled Workers Overseas:
- Demonstrate a connection to Manitoba (e.g., through family, friends, education, or previous work experience).
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB 4).
International Education Stream
- Career Employment Pathway:
- Graduation from a Manitoba post-secondary institution within the past three years.
- Full-time job offer in an in-demand occupation.
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB 7).
- Graduate Internship Pathway:
- Completed a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Manitoba within the past three years.
- Completed a Mitacs Elevate or Accelerate internship.
- International Student Entrepreneur Pilot:
- Graduated from a Manitoba post-secondary institution.
- Business plan and operation of a business in Manitoba for at least six months.
Business Investor Stream
- Entrepreneur Pathway:
- Minimum three years of business ownership or senior management experience.
- Minimum net worth of CAD 500,000.
- Minimum investment of CAD 250,000 in the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region or CAD 150,000 outside.
- Business plan.
- Farm Investor Pathway:
- Minimum three years of farm ownership or management experience.
- Minimum net worth of CAD 500,000.
- Minimum investment of CAD 300,000 in a farm business in rural Manitoba.
Required Documents
General Documents
- Passport: Valid passport and travel documents.
- Proof of Work Experience: Reference letters, employment records.
- Education: Diplomas, degrees, transcripts.
- Language Proficiency: Test results (IELTS, CELPIP).
- Proof of Funds: Bank statements, financial documents.
- Connection to Manitoba: Documents showing ties to Manitoba (for Skilled Workers Overseas).
Specific Documents for Business Investor Stream
- Business Plan: Detailed business proposal.
- Net Worth Statement: Verified by a third-party service provider.
- Investment Documents: Proof of available funds.
Application Process for (MPNP)
- Create an EOI Profile: Register on the MPNP Online system and create an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile. This profile includes information about your education, work experience, language proficiency, and connection to Manitoba.
- Enter the Selection Pool: Once the profile is complete, you will enter the selection pool and receive a score based on the MPNP points system. Your score determines your ranking in the pool.
- Wait for Invitation: Regular draws are conducted, and the highest-scoring candidates are invited to apply for the MPNP.
- Invitation Notification: If you are selected from the pool, you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from the MPNP.
- Time to Apply: You will have 60 days from the date of the ITA to submit a complete application to the MPNP.
- Complete the Application: Log in to the MPNP Online system and complete the full application form. This includes providing detailed personal information, employment history, education, and other relevant details.
- Upload Required Documents: Upload all required supporting documents, such as passports, proof of work experience, educational credentials, language test results, proof of funds, and any other relevant documents.
- Initial Review: MPNP officials will conduct an initial review of your application to ensure all required documents are submitted and meet the program criteria.
- Detailed Assessment: A thorough assessment of your application is conducted, which may include verification of your documents and information.
- Interview (if required): You may be required to attend an interview with MPNP officials to discuss your application and provide additional information or clarification.
- Business Plan Review (for Business Investor Stream): For the Entrepreneur and Farm Investor pathways, your business plan will be reviewed in detail. You may be asked to provide further details or attend an interview.
- Approval Notification: If your application is approved, you will receive a nomination certificate from the province of Manitoba.
- Nomination Acceptance: You must accept the nomination within the stipulated time frame.
- Prepare IRCC Application: Use your provincial nomination to apply for permanent residency through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This involves completing the federal application forms and gathering the necessary supporting documents.
- Submit to IRCC: Submit your application to IRCC for processing. This may include medical exams, police certificates, and other background checks.
Costs
| Category | Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| EOI Submission | Free |
| MPNP Application | 500 |
| Net Worth Verification (Business Investor) | Varies (approx. 3,000-5,000) |
Visa Processing Time
- MPNP Assessment: Approximately 6-12 months from application submission to nomination.
- IRCC Processing: Approximately 12-18 months for permanent residency processing after nomination.
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