BC PNP Draw – Latest Results

Latest BC PNP Draw: February 11, 2026

On February 11, 2026, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued invitations to apply to candidates who can make a strong economic impact in British Columbia.

Draw details: Skills Immigration

• Invitations issued: 460
• Eligible occupations: NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3

Two ways candidates received an invitation

1) High-wage job offer stream

• Minimum wage: $62/hour
• Equivalent annual salary: $125,000/year
• Job offer in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3
• No minimum score required
• Invitations issued: 195

2) Score-based stream

• Minimum score: 135 points
• No minimum wage requirement
• Invitations issued: 265

Important notes:

It’s worth noting that the $125k is a lot lower threshold than we saw in 2025, which was the $170k!

Draw details: Entrepreneur Immigration Invitations

1) Base stream

• Minimum Score: 121
• Invitations issued: 13

2) Regional stream

• Minimum Score: 105
• Invitations issued: <5

When is the Next BC PNP draw?

BC PNP does not announce exact draw dates in advance. However, based on past trends, draws usually take place every 1 to 2 weeks.

So far in 2026, British Columbia has held two Skills Immigration draws, making this round especially important for candidates in the pool.

BC PNP Draws in 2026

BC PNP Pool  

The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) pool is the system that British Columbia uses to rank skilled workers looking to be nominated for permanent residence. It’s not the same as the Express Entry pool, and it has a different scoring system and a different process to apply. You won’t automatically enter the BC PNP pool when you enter the pool for Express Entry, even if you live and work in BC.  

Registrations to the BC PNP pool are scored based on economic factors (up to 120 points) and human capital factors (up to 80 points). Broadly speaking, you may be assessed based on your wage, job location, skill level of the work you’re doing, work experience, education, and language proficiency.  

The higher your score, the better your chances of receiving an invitation to apply to receive a nomination from BC. It’s important to note, though, that getting an invitation to apply does not guarantee you will receive a provincial nomination from BC. It’s a step in the process.  

BC PNP Pool Size 

British Columbia’s government started sharing information about the BC PNP Pool size in 2025. Information about the size of the pool is shared at (around) 3-month intervals.  

January 6, 2026, the BC PNP Pool had the following candidates registered: 

The BC PNP pool data shows that most candidates are grouped in the middle score ranges, especially between 90 and 119 points. As of January 6, 2026, this part of the pool represents the majority of registrations. At the same time, the highest score ranges (140+) have dropped a lot, going from 56 candidates in September to only 9 in January. This likely means high-scoring candidates are getting invited faster or leaving the pool through other options. For people looking at BC PNP, this shows that competition is strongest in the mid-scores, not at the very top.

For future applicants, this data makes one thing clear: improving your score matters a lot. There are thousands of candidates below 110 points, which means longer waiting times for those who cannot increase their score. Getting a stronger job offer, higher wage, better language results, or working in a priority occupation can make a real difference. Even a small score increase can move you ahead of many others in the pool and improve your chances of getting invited.

If you’re currently registered for the BC PNP pool, working on your score could be a ticket to success in the next BC PNP Draw!

Your BC PNP Draw FAQs Answered

What are BC PNP Draws?

Draws in the BC PNP are selection rounds during which the province issues Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in its registration pool who are most likely to meet B.C.’s economic and labour-market needs. These draws allow the province to proactively choose potential immigrants whose skills and job offers align with its priorities.

How a BC PNP Draw Works

Candidates register through the BC PNP Online system and submit detailed information about their qualifications, job offer, experience, language and region. In each draw, BC reviews the registration pool, ranks candidates, and issues ITAs to the highest-ranked applicants or those targeted for labour-market needs. After receiving an ITA, candidates may submit a full application for provincial nomination.

Types of BC PNP Draws

The BC PNP holds draws across its major pathways: Skills Immigration (for workers) and Entrepreneur Immigration (for business-starting applicants). Within Skills Immigration there are different streams (Skilled Worker, International Graduate, Entry Level & Semi-Skilled), and some draws are targeted to specific occupations, wages, regions or strategic priorities.

How often does a BC PNP draw occur?

Draws occur periodically – the number invited and frequency of draws is adjusted to maintain standard processing times and support B.C.’s priorities. Note: For 2025, the program indicates that there are no general or priority-occupation invitations planned under the Skills Immigration stream.

Why BC PNP Draws Are Important

Draws are a crucial mechanism for the province to align immigration intake with labour-market demand. Through these invitation rounds, B.C. can pick candidates whose skills, job offers and regional settlement intentions support economic growth. For applicants, a draw means gaining access to a provincial nomination — a key step to permanent residence.

Where to Track the Latest BC PNP Draws

1. Check this Latest BC PNP Draw page regularly: Bookmark this page in your browser to check the latest OINP Draw details
2. Receive our weekly Newsletter: Receive the latest updates in provincial draws directly in your email. Register here for the newsletter.
3. Check our official PNP tracker for the latest updates: Access the full list of Ontario PNP Draws by selecting the Ontario province in the filter.
4. Check Provincial official sources: The British Columbia PNP invitations Page and the Express Entry–linked rounds (NOIs) Page.

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