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Skilled Worker in Manitoba

Under this category, Skilled Worker application is accepted from international student graduates and qualified temporary foreign workers who may be working in province and have been offered a permanent, full-time job with their employer. Eligibility are not based on points unlike other connections.

Manitoba Experience Pathway

This pathway is for applicants who are currently working in Manitoba with temporary work permits including temporary foreign workers (LMIA/LMIA-exempt/MPNP-supported work permits), out of province international student graduates, Manitoba international student graduates with jobs not on Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations List.

Criterion	Minimum Requirements
Work Experience in Manitoba or Current Employment in Manitoba	One of the following requirements must be met: Temporary Foreign Workers and International Students who have graduated from a Manitoba institution and have an occupation on Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations list with a minimum of 6 months experience in Manitoba. The position does not have to be related to the applicant’s field of study. study); or International Students who have graduated from an out of province institution with an occupation on Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations list with a minimum of 12 months experience in Manitoba. The position does not have to be related to the applicant’s field of study. or Temporary Foreign Workers with occupations not on Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations List with a minimum of 12 months experience in Manitoba with an LMIA-supported or LMIA exempt work permit; or International Students who have graduated from a Manitoba institution with an occupation not on Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupations list with a minimum of 12 months experience in Manitoba.
Additional Employment Requirements	The applicant must be residing and/or working in Manitoba at the time of application; The applicant must have a long-term, full-time job offer that meets Manitoba’s employment and wage standards for the occupation; The applicants working conditions consistent to those of Canadian Citizens/Permanent Residents of Canada; and The position is not home-based, part-time, temporary, seasonal, or commission-based.
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum official language proficiency depends on the assessed NOC: Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupations 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)
Adaptability	The applicant must demonstrate the ability and intent to reside in Manitoba

Employer direct recruitment pathway

This pathway is for applicants interviewed from outside of Canada by the MPNP and an eligible employer, and have received an invitation to apply from MPNP.

Criterion	Minimum Requirements
Work Experience	Either Posses a minimum of 2 years of the last 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	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 MB for at least the three years immediately preceding the application; The applicant’s working conditions would be consistent to those of Canadian Citizens/Permanent Residents of Canada; and The applicant’s position is not home-based, part-time, temporary, seasonal, or commission-based.
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum official language proficiency depends on the assessed NOC: Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupations 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	The applicant must demonstrate the ability and intent to reside in Manitoba
Age	21-45
Education	The applicant must have post-secondary education and/or training related to the occupation being recruited or identified by employer. If the position requires licensure or certification, the applicant must apply to the regulatory body to have his/her 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.
Employer Eligibility for Strategic Recruitment Initiatives	Prospective employers must meet specific eligibility criteria.

Express Worker Overseas

A point-based system is used to assess eligible candidates, who may be outside of Canada. The applications are accepted from qualified applicants who are able to show strong connection to the province through past education,family or friends or employment (Manitoba Experience), or by invitation of the MPNP and who can get a minimum of 60 points score on the basis of five eligibility factors: age, language proficiency, work experience, education and adaptability.

Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

This pathway is for potential applicants who demonstrating high human capital with skills, training, and experience related to Manitoba’s In-demand Occupations list, with a strong family connection to Manitoba. This pathway is open to potential applicants who are also eligible under another MPNP stream and who can meet the Express Entry criteria.

Criterion	Minimum 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, andmust submit a complete Career Plan.
Official Languages Proficiency	Minimum official language proficiency depends on the 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; must be a Canadian equivalent. If the position requires licensure or certification, the applicant must apply to the regulatory body to have his/her qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Age	Minimum age of 18 at time of submission
Adaptability	Either Demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in Manitoba, with the confirmed support of a relative or friend who has lived 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 financial independence for a six-month period.

Human Capital Pathway

This pathway is for international skilled worker applicants with skills and training aligned with Manitoba’s published In-demand Occupation list, and also demonstrate a high potential to establish a strong labour market attachments to those occupations soon after arrival.

Criterion	Minimum Requirements
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. The applicant’s work experience must be in an occupation on the In-demand Occupations list, and must submit a complete Career Plan.
Official Languages Proficiency	The minimum official language proficiency depends on the applicant’s assessed NOC: Minimum CLB/NCLC 7 for Regulated Occupations 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	The applicant must have completed a minimum of one post-secondary program of at least one year; must be Canadian equivalent. If the position requires licensure or certification, the applicant must apply to the regulatory body to have his/her qualifications and skills assessed and/or pass an examination.
Adaptability	The applicant must demonstrate the ability and intent to become economically established and reside in Manitoba; and have the Confirmed support of a close 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 A valid Invitation to Apply issued by the MPNP. The applicant may also be awarded Adaptability points if the spouse or common-law partner demonstrates a minimum of a bachelor degree and official language proficiency of at least CLB/NCLC 5.
Age	Minimum age of 18 at 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 financial independence for a six-month period.

Morden Community Driven Immigration Initiative

The Morden Community Driven Immigration Initiative is open to individuals, including many who do not currently qualify under any other Canadian immigration programs. Morden, is providing an opportunity to individuals seeking to migrate to the province of Manitoba. Occupations currently eligible for the program include manufacturing, cabinet making, welding, industrial sewing machine operators, and childcare and daycare workers.

Requirements for the Morden’s Community Driven Immigration Initiative Candidates must:

Business Investor

Under the Business Investor category, Individuals from foreign countries seeking to invest in the province are nominated and recruited. The Business Investor operates on an ‘Expression of Interest’ system, whereby prospective applicants express an interest by putting in an application to the program. The most qualified applicants are invited to apply for immigration.

Entrepreneur Pathway

This pathway replaces the MPNP-B stream and is for potential applicants with the intent to move to Manitoba and either establish a new business, purchase an existing business, or partner with an existing business.

Criterion	Minimum 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% 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 (points are allocated to candidates 25 to 49 years of age).
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 the future business investment or proposal. The Business Research Visit must be conducted no more than one year prior to the submission of the EOI.
Adaptability	Points will be allocated to the applicant if: The spouse has CLB/NCLC 5 or higher; The applicant or spouse have CLB/NCLC 5 or higher in the Second Official Language; The applicant or spouse or common-law partner have a close relative currently residing in Manitoba for more than one year; The 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 The applicant or 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. The applicant or accompanying spouse or common-law partner must have done this after the applicant turned 17 years old and with a valid study permit; OR The applicant or 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. The applicant’s 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 LAA.
Business Performance Agreement	After an application is approved, a Business Performance Agreement (BPA) must be signed prior to the MPNP issuing the applicant a letter of support for applying for a work permit.

Farm Investor Pathway

The Farm Investor Pathway (FIP) replaces the Farm Strategic Recruitment Initiative. This pathway is for potential applicants with previous farming experience, significant capital to invest, and the intent to establish or purchase a farm in rural Manitoba.

Criterion	Minimum Requirements
Farm Business Experience	Minimum of three years farm business management or farm ownership and operation experience supported by verifiable documents.
Official Languages Proficiency	The Farm Investor Pathway (FIP) 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 the applicant is invited to attend a FIP interview, he/she will be required to conduct the interview in either French or English.
Farm Business Investment	At least $150,000. the applicantis expected to establish a farming business in rural Manitoba, and 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	The applicant 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. The applicant is 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 the applicant 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	The applicant 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 $350,000. The FIP retains the option to have personal net worth verified by a third party supplier approved by the MPNP. If optioned, the verification report along with the application must be submitted to the MPNP within 120 days of receiving Invitation to Apply.

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