What is the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program?

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for Canadian immigration by the province of Manitoba. Applicantsapplies directly to Manitoba, and Manitoba nominates accepted individuals to Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for immigration.

To qualify for any Provincial Nominee Program, you must have the skills, education, work experience, and funds needed to settle in the province or territory of your application.

Manitoba currently has 3 immigration streams: (a) Skilled Worker, (b) Business Entrepreneur, and (c) Farm Investor.

Who can apply for the Skilled Worker Stream?

You may qualify for the Manitoba PNP Skilled Worker Stream if you:

• have a supporter in Manitoba (e.g., relative or friend) OR have Manitoba work experience OR completed a post-secondary education in Manitoba
• are between 21-45 years old
• have at least 1 year post-secondary education
• have at least 2 years of work experience in the past 5 years
• meet minimum language requirements (CLB 5)
• have legal status in Canada
• have a valid job offer, if already working in Manitoba

Who can apply for the Business Entrepreneur Pathway?

You may qualify for the Manitoba PNP Business Entrepreneur Pathway if you:

• invest at least $150,000, with at least 33.33% ownership
• have a net worth of $500,000
• have 3 years’ entrepreneurial or managerial experience
• create 1 full-time job
• meet minimum language and education requirements

Who can apply for the Farm Investor Pathway?

You may qualify for the Manitoba PNP Farm Investor Pathway if you:

• invest at least $300,000
• have a net worth of $500,000
• have 3 years’ farm ownership and operation experience
• are able to prove farming skills, technical knowledge, and technological experience

Can family members accompany the principal applicant?

Yes, you can bring family members that you declared in your Manitoba PNP application. These include:

• your spouse or common-law partner
• your dependent child (<22 years old)
• your spouse or common-law partner’s dependent child
• a dependent child of a dependent child

How long is the processing time and what are the processing fees?

The processing time for applications under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (AINP) varies based on the volume of applications and the information being processed and verified. It may take between 4-6 months.

The processing fee for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program starts at C$500.

What are the key considerations in submitting an application?

The requirements might look simple on paper, but often applications are rejected because the documents submitted were inaccurate, incomplete, or non-compliant. Here are some key considerations when applying for a Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program:

• What immigration stream is the best match for your background and qualifications?
• How do you show that your work experience matches the required work experience?
• How do you put together a business plan tailored to the Manitoba market?