When was the last BC PNP Draw issued?

The latest BCPNP draw was held on September 24, 2026, for the Skills Immigration Stream. Around 714 invitations were issued.

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.

When Was the Latest BC PNP Pool Update?

The las BC PNP Pool Update was on June 2, 2026.

The latest BC PNP Draw and Pool of candidates updates.

Q: Where to Track the Latest BC PNP Draws

Check this Latest BC PNP Draw page regularly: Bookmark this page in your browser to check the latest OINP Draw details Receive our weekly Newsletter: Receive the latest updates in provincial draws directly in your email. Register here for the newsletter. 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. Check Provincial official sources: The British Columbia PNP invitations Page and the Express Entry–linked rounds (NOIs) Page.

Q: When is the Next BC PNP draw?

BC PNP does not announce exact draw dates in advance. However, based on past trends, we can estimate that for 2026: - Next expected Skills Immigration draw: September 24, 2026 There are usually two Skills Immigration draws per month, issuing only one per week, but with multiple ITA types per draw. - Next expected Entrepreneur Immigration draw: September 29, 2026. We expect one Entrepreneur Immigration draw per month.

Q: How many candidates are currently in the BC PNP pool?

As of the latest update on October 6 2026, the BC PNP Skills Immigration registration pool has a total of 7,695 candidates.

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BC PNP Draws in 2026

When was the latest BCPNP Draw?

The latest BCPNP draw was held on October 8, 2026, for the Skills Immigration Stream.

Find all the details of the recent BCPNP draws here:

The Latest British Columbia PNP Draw Updates

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When is the Next BC PNP draw?

Our prediction:

Next expected Skills Immigration draw: October 22, 2026
Next expected Entrepreneur Immigration draw: October 27, 2026.

What is the BC PNP Pool?

The BC PNP pool is the system British Columbia uses to rank skilled workers for nomination to permanent residence. It’s not the same as the Express Entry pool; it uses a different scoring system and application process.

You will not automatically enter the BC PNP pool when you enter the Express Entry pool, even if you live and work in BC. You must register separately.

How Does the BC PNP Pool Work?

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 for 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 just one step in the process.

How Many Candidates are Currently in the BC PNP Pool?

As of the latest update on October 6, 2026, the BC PNP Skills Immigration registration pool has a total of 7,695 candidates.

Next BCPNP pool update expected: November 5, 2026

BC PNP Pool - Break down of registrations per score range as of October 1, 2026

BC PNP Pool - Registrations over time per score range

Score range	Registrations on October 6, 2026	Registrations on September 1, 2026	Registrations on August 4, 2026	Registrations on July 7, 2026	Registrations on June 2, 2026	Registrations on May 6, 2026
150+	9	8	10	12	6	5
140 - 149	23	22	38	34	44	32
130 - 139	171	193	241	440	430	522
120 - 129	854	940	1,023	1,058	1,128	1,148
110 - 119	1,189	1,273	1,332	1,369	1,532	1,550
100 - 109	1,426	1,559	1,651	1,728	2,039	2,107
90 - 99	1,444	1,444	1,468	1,496	1,829	1,781
80 - 89	1,281	1,236	1,219	1,227	1,388	1,353
70 - 79	718	750	739	729	858	853
60 - 69	364	376	373	381	427	401
0 - 59	216	212	212	209	221	215
Total:	7,695	8,013	8,306	8,683	9,902	9,967

BC PNP Pool size over time

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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 Does a BC PNP Draw Work?

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.

What are the different 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?

Check this Latest BC PNP Draw page regularly.
Receive our weekly Newsletter: Receive the latest updates in provincial draws directly in your email. Register here for the newsletter.
Check our official PNP tracker for the latest updates: Access the full list of PNP draws across all the provinces.
Check Provincial official sources: The British Columbia PNP invitations Page and the Express Entry–linked rounds (NOIs) Page.

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