MPNP Targets Skilled Workers Through Strategic Recruitment Initiatives
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has conducted another round of invitations, issuing 124 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to skilled immigration candidates on June 18, 2026.
The draw targeted candidates under both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways who had either received a direct invitation through a Manitoba strategic recruitment initiative or held Manitoba-supported work permits.
This marks Manitoba’s 12th provincial immigration draw of 2026, with all draws this year being conducted through the province’s Skilled Worker Stream.
Quick Highlights
- Manitoba invited 124 immigration candidates on June 18, 2026.
- Invitations were issued through Skilled Worker pathways.
- Employer Services candidates received the largest share of invitations.
- 22 invited candidates had valid Express Entry profiles.
- Manitoba has issued 1,833 invitations so far in 2026.
- The province received 6,239 nomination spaces from the federal government this year.
- Manitoba recently closed its Career Employment Pathway (CEP).
Draw Results
The latest Manitoba draw focused exclusively on candidates connected to the province through strategic recruitment initiatives.
Distribution of Invitations
| Strategic Recruitment Initiative | LAAs Issued |
|---|---|
| Employer Services | 49 |
| Temporary Public Policy (TPP) | 32 |
| Regional Communities | 19 |
| Francophone Community | 15 |
| Ethnocultural Communities | 9 |
The largest number of invitations went to candidates selected through the Employer Services Initiative, accounting for nearly 40% of all invitations issued.
Express Entry Candidates Also Selected
Among the 124 invitations issued:
22 Candidates
had both:
- A valid Express Entry profile number.
- A valid job seeker validation code.
Receiving a provincial nomination through Manitoba can significantly boost an Express Entry candidate’s chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence.
Who Was Eligible for This Draw?
To be considered, candidates were required to indicate in their Expression of Interest (EOI) profile that they had received:
A Strategic Recruitment Invitation
or
Support Through Manitoba’s Temporary Public Policy (TPP)
The province continues to prioritize candidates with strong labour market connections and demonstrated ties to Manitoba.
Manitoba Continues Supporting TPP Candidates
Earlier this year, Manitoba confirmed that it would conduct targeted draws for candidates who received Support Letters under the:
Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates (TPP)
The province announced that invitations would initially focus on candidates whose support letters were approved between:
April 22 and June 30, 2025
Many of those candidates continue to be selected through ongoing targeted draws.
Why Some Candidates Were Not Selected
The MPNP noted that some applicants who appeared eligible may have been excluded from the latest draw.
Common reasons include:
Invalid Language Test Information
Candidates who entered an English or French language test but failed to provide a valid test identification number or whose results had expired may not have been considered.
Invalid Recruitment Invitation Number
Candidates claiming selection through a strategic recruitment initiative must provide a valid invitation reference number.
Missing or incorrect information can result in exclusion from consideration.
Manitoba Issues 1,833 Invitations in 2026
Following the June 18 draw, Manitoba has now issued:
1,833 Invitations
through its Provincial Nominee Program in 2026.
The province remains one of Canada’s most active provincial immigration destinations, particularly for skilled workers and international graduates.
Manitoba’s Nomination Allocation for 2026
The federal government allocated:
6,239 Provincial Nomination Spaces
to Manitoba for 2026.
According to provincial data, Manitoba had already approved:
2,165 Nominations
as of May 2026.
The difference between invitations issued and nominations approved is largely due to applications that originated from invitations issued during previous years.
Recent Changes to Manitoba Immigration Programs
Career Employment Pathway Closed
On June 11, 2026, Manitoba announced the immediate closure of the:
Career Employment Pathway (CEP)
under the International Education Stream.
The province advised former CEP candidates with at least six months of Manitoba work experience to transition into the:
Skilled Worker in Manitoba Pathway
and update their Expression of Interest profiles.
The move is intended to streamline graduate immigration pathways and align selection more closely with labour market needs.
New Support for Rural Manitoba Employers
Manitoba has also introduced temporary measures to assist employers facing labour shortages outside Winnipeg.
Effective April 14, 2026:
- Employers can retain low-wage Temporary Foreign Worker positions above the normal cap.
- The low-wage cap has been increased from 10% to 15%.
These measures apply to participating rural regions outside the Winnipeg Census Metropolitan Area (CMA).
The policy is scheduled to remain in place until:
March 31, 2027
What This Means for Immigration Candidates
The latest Manitoba draw demonstrates the province’s continued focus on attracting skilled workers with strong labour market connections.
Candidates who have:
- Manitoba employer support.
- Regional community connections.
- Francophone backgrounds.
- Experience under the Temporary Public Policy.
may continue to benefit from targeted invitations throughout 2026.
With thousands of nomination spaces still available this year, Manitoba remains an attractive pathway for foreign workers seeking Canadian permanent residence.
Key Takeaways
- Manitoba invited 124 candidates in its latest immigration draw.
- Employer Services candidates received the largest share of invitations.
- 22 invited applicants had active Express Entry profiles.
- Manitoba has issued 1,833 invitations in 2026.
- The province received 6,239 nomination spaces for the year.
- The Career Employment Pathway was recently closed.
- New temporary measures are helping rural Manitoba employers hire workers.
- Manitoba continues to prioritize candidates with strong provincial connections.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many candidates were invited in Manitoba’s latest draw?
The MPNP invited 124 candidates on June 18, 2026.
Which recruitment initiative received the most invitations?
Employer Services received the highest number of invitations, with 49 LAAs issued.
How many Express Entry candidates were selected?
A total of 22 candidates held valid Express Entry profile numbers and job seeker validation codes.
How many invitations has Manitoba issued in 2026?
As of June 18, Manitoba has issued 1,833 invitations through the MPNP.
Has Manitoba changed its immigration programs recently?
Yes. The province recently closed the Career Employment Pathway and introduced temporary measures supporting rural employers through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.
Source : CIC News
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