BC PNP (incl. Tech)

British Columbia nominates in-demand workers — a provincial nomination is one of the strongest routes to permanent residence.

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) nominates workers and graduates the province needs for permanent residence. The Skills Immigration stream uses a registration-and-invitation system, with regular tech-focused invitations for priority technology occupations. An Express Entry-aligned nomination adds 600 CRS points.

Who it’s for

  • Tech workers in priority occupations with a BC job offer
  • Skilled workers and recent BC graduates
  • Healthcare and other in-demand professionals

Key facts

  • Most streams need a BC employer job offer
  • Selection is via a points-based registration ranking
  • An aligned nomination adds 600 CRS points in Express Entry
  • Streams and priority occupation lists are updated by the province

How it works

  1. Secure an eligible BC job offer: Most Skills Immigration streams require an indeterminate, full-time offer from a BC employer.
  2. Submit a registration: Create a profile and receive a score; the province invites top-ranked registrations.
  3. Apply for nomination: After an invitation, submit a full application to the BC PNP.
  4. Apply for PR: Use your nomination to apply to IRCC — via Express Entry (600 points) or the base stream.

Eligibility highlights

  • A qualifying BC job offer (most streams)
  • Relevant work experience and education
  • Minimum language results where required
  • Intention to live and work in British Columbia

Official source

Information current as of June 2026; rules change frequently — always confirm on canada.ca.