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Looking to immigrate to Canada through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)? At Lakes Land Immigration, we help you navigate the MPNP process and achieve permanent residency (PR) through skilled work, job offers, study pathways, or family connections.

We specialize in guiding individuals and families through every step of the Manitoba PNP application—including point calculation, documentation, strategic pathways, and Work Permit Support Letters under new public policy.

What is the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)?

The MPNP is a Canadian immigration pathway that allows the Province of Manitoba to nominate eligible foreign nationals and international graduates to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence. It supports Manitoba’s labour market, economic growth, and demographic needs.

You can apply for the MPNP through several streams, each with unique criteria, depending on your education, work experience, job offer, connection to Manitoba, or business investment.

Categories Under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program

1. Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream

For foreign nationals currently working in Manitoba with a permanent, full-time job offer from a Manitoba employer.

Key Pathways:

  •    Manitoba Work Experience Pathway
  •    Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

2. Skilled Worker Overseas Stream

For individuals with strong ties to Manitoba and relevant work experience.

Key Pathways:

  •    Human Capital Pathway
  •    Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

3. International Education Stream (IES)

For recent international graduates from Manitoba institutions.

Includes:

  •    Career Employment Pathway
  •    Graduate Internship Pathway
  •    International Student Entrepreneur Pilot

4. Business Investor Stream

For experienced entrepreneurs and investors willing to start or purchase a business in Manitoba.

Includes:

  •    Entrepreneur Pathway
  •    Farm Investor Pathway

What Are the Requirements for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program?

To be eligible for MPNP, applicants must meet basic criteria based on the stream they apply under. Common requirements include:

General Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Age between 21–45 years (preferred range)
  2. Minimum language proficiency (CLB 5–7) depending on the stream
  3. Post-secondary education or training
  4. Work experience (minimum 6–12 months)
  5. Intention to live and work in Manitoba
  6. Settlement plan for you and your family

Career Employment Pathway – International Education Stream (IES)

This popular pathway is ideal for recent graduates from Manitoba post-secondary institutions who:

  1. Completed a 1+ year academic program in Manitoba
  2. Have a full-time job offer in an in-demand occupation
  3. Meet the CLB 7 language requirement
  4. Show intent to live and settle in Manitoba long-term

Looking to apply through this pathway? Lakes Land Immigration can help prepare your profile, job offer documentation, and PR application.

How to Apply for Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)

  1. Assess Your Eligibility
     – Based on age, language scores, education, experience, and connection to Manitoba.
  2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
     – Create a profile and enter the EOI pool. You’ll be scored and ranked.
  3. Receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA)
     – Based on your EOI score and stream.
  4. Submit a Full MPNP Application
     – Upload required documents and pay the MPNP fee.
  5. Receive Provincial Nomination
     – Once approved, apply for Permanent Residence through IRCC.

How to Calculate Points Under Manitoba PNP?

MPNP uses a points-based Expression of Interest (EOI) system to rank candidates.

Points are awarded based on:

Factor

Max Points

Language Proficiency

125

Age

75

Work Experience

175

Education

125

Connection to Manitoba

500

Risk Assessment (negative)

-200

Total

1,000

Need help calculating your MPNP EOI score? Contact Lakes Land Immigration for a personalized assessment.

Work Permit Support Letter Under MPNP

If you’re nominated under MPNP and need to start working in Manitoba while waiting for PR, you may qualify for a Work Permit Support Letter.

What is a Work Permit Support Letter?

This is a letter issued by the Manitoba government that allows you to apply for a closed work permit supported by the province, valid until your PR application is processed.

Requirements:

  1. Valid nomination under MPNP
  2. Eligible job offer in Manitoba
  3. Submit compliance fee of $230 CAD (paid by employer to IRCC)

Under the new public policy, Work Permit Support Letters can now be requested more flexibly. Lakes Land Immigration helps you or your employer complete all steps legally and efficiently.

Can You Apply as a Family Under Manitoba PNP?

Yes, You can include your spouse/common-law partner and dependent children in your MPNP application. Family members will be granted PR together once the application is approved.

Lakes Land Immigration provides complete family immigration solutions under MPNP and other programs.

Do You Get Points for Having a Close Relative in Manitoba?

Experience Requirement for MPNP

Minimum work experience required:

  1. Skilled Worker Overseas: 6 months to 2 years depending on the occupation and stream
  2. Career Employment Pathway: Full-time job offer in a high-demand occupation
  3. Business Investor: Demonstrated business ownership or managerial experience

Income Requirements for Manitoba PNP

Applicants must show they can financially support themselves and their families after arriving in Manitoba.

Settlement Funds (2025):

Family Size

Minimum Funds (CAD)

1 person

$14,690

2 people

$18,288

3 people

$22,483

4 people

$27,297

5 people

$30,690

💡 These funds must be readily available, unencumbered, and transferable to Canada.

Manitoba PNP Processing Time (2025)

  1. MPNP Nomination: 2–6 months
  2. PR via IRCC: 8–12 months after nomination

⏳ Total time: Approximately 12–18 months

Why Choose Lakes Land Immigration?

  1. Manitoba PNP Specialists – Skilled Worker, Graduate, and Business Streams
  2. Based in Canada, Serving Clients Worldwide (India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines)
  3. 100%   Requirements
  4. High Success Rate for Provincial Nominee Applications
  5. Support for Work Permit Letters, Employer Compliance, and EOI Strategy
  6. Personalized Guidance, Transparent Process, and Fast Turnarounds

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