Express Entry system demanded a minimum score of 89 points for international graduates and skilled workers. It was 84 points for the international graduate and provincial skilled worker stream. However there were no invitations for semi- skilled/ entry- level workers.
There are numerous provincial streams and the previous draw from B.C PNP invited 225 candidates to apply via those streams. The general draw was conducted on April 18, 2018, it was a non- tech draw.
The minimum score was 89 points for international graduates and skilled workers through Express Entry while the provincial skilled workers had to score 84 points. 55 points were required for semi-skilled/ entry level workers.
B.C immigration introduced the B.C PNP Tech Pilot in the year 2017, intended to attract skilled workers in key technology occupations. B.C has also been carrying out particular B.C PNP draws for tech workers since May 2017.
The province aims to utilize the tech workers who are looking for alternatives to the United States, ever since Donald Trump took over. With strict immigration regulations in the U.S, Canada is definitely the next choice!
A popular provincial nomination assures selection under the Express entry, valued 600 CRS points. The B.C PNP also puts out the scores immigrant candidates need to promise an invitation for immigration to Canada.
An international graduate requires 30 points lesser than a skilled worker, be it Express Entry Canada or Provincial stream. For entry-level/ semi- skilled workers, the score is much lower.
