Selection for Technical Professionals in British Columbia
The provincial program offers permanent residency to engineers, IT professionals, film industry technicians, translators, and editors.
The Technical Immigration Program is for professionals in 29 professions that are in short supply in British Columbia. Candidates are divided into four categories under the Skilled Immigration Registration System (SIRS):
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Skilled Workers;
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International Graduates of Canadian universities (International Graduates);
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Qualified professionals with an Express Entry Skilled Worker profile;
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international graduates of Canadian universities with Express Entry (Express Entry International Graduates) profiles.
On March 1, 2022, British Columbia sent out 136 invitations. The minimum score for candidates in all categories was 85, as in the previous drawing, which took place February 15, 2022.
In addition to the Technical Program, the province offers many other immigration options for professionals and graduates. For example, there are special programs for health care professionals — not only for doctors and nurses, but also for laboratory technicians.
