Manitoba issues 104 invitations in June 2026 MPNP draw
Manitoba conducted a new round of invitations on June 4, 2026, issuing 104 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under the Skilled Worker Stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. The draw targeted candidates who had previously received invitations through specific provincial recruitment initiatives.
This marks the province’s 11th selection round of the year and continues a steady pattern of targeted invitations linked to Manitoba’s labour market strategies. Candidates identified through employer partnerships and other outreach efforts formed the majority of those invited.
The selection reflects Manitoba’s ongoing use of recruitment-driven pathways to identify applicants with direct connections to the provincial economy.
- 104 LAAs issued on June 4, 2026
- Draw conducted under the Skilled Worker Stream
- Both Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways included
- Largest shares came from Employer Services and temporary public policy candidates
- 15 invitations issued to candidates with valid Express Entry profiles
- Total LAAs issued by Manitoba in 2026 reached 1,709
Distribution of invitations across recruitment initiatives
The 104 invitations were allocated across multiple strategic recruitment channels used by the province to identify potential nominees. These initiatives are designed to connect Manitoba employers and communities with foreign workers who meet specific labour needs.
The largest portion of invitations, 40 in total, was issued through the Employer Services initiative. This pathway supports employers in recruiting candidates for positions that cannot be filled locally.
A further 39 invitations were issued to individuals connected to the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective Provincial Nominee Program Candidates. This policy had previously enabled certain foreign nationals to obtain open work permits while awaiting nomination pathways.
Other invitations were distributed among additional recruitment categories, including 17 for the Francophone community initiative, six for ethnocultural community recruitment, and two for regional community-focused efforts.
Express Entry-linked invitations
Among the total invitations issued, 15 were granted to candidates who reported having a valid Express Entry profile along with a job seeker validation code. These candidates fall under enhanced nomination streams, which align provincial selection with the federal immigration system.
Enhanced nominations allow provinces to select candidates already in the federal pool, linking regional labour needs to national immigration targets. Further details on federal draws can be found through the Express Entry draws index.
Eligibility and selection conditions
To be considered in this draw, candidates were required to indicate in their Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles that they had received a valid invitation through one of Manitoba’s recognised recruitment initiatives. This included participation in recruitment missions or eligibility under the now-expired public policy tied to work permits.
The province also outlined technical reasons why some profiles may not have been selected, even if they appeared to meet general draw criteria. These included incomplete or invalid language test information and missing or incorrect recruitment invitation numbers.
Language test validity remains a key requirement, as profiles must include accurate and current results from approved testing organisations. Applications lacking these details are not processed for selection.
Consideration of work permit holders
Provincial authorities have indicated that some candidates holding work permits under the temporary public policy may not yet have been included in invitations. The selection process is prioritising individuals whose Manitoba Support Letters were approved before June 30, 2025.
Applications associated with support letters issued after that date are expected to be processed in subsequent selection rounds, according to provincial updates.
Overview of the Skilled Worker Stream
The Skilled Worker Stream is a central component of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), designed to nominate foreign workers who have skills aligned with the province’s economic requirements.
This stream includes two primary pathways: Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas. The first focuses on individuals already employed in the province, while the second targets candidates abroad who demonstrate a strong connection to Manitoba.
Selection under both pathways is managed through the Expression of Interest system, where candidates are ranked based on factors such as employment experience, education, language proficiency, and ties to the province.
Expression of Interest system
The EOI system serves as a pre-application stage where candidates submit profiles outlining their qualifications. These profiles are assigned scores, allowing Manitoba to rank individuals within a pool of potential applicants.
Candidates are then invited through periodic draws, receiving Letters of Advice to Apply. An LAA allows individuals to submit a full application for provincial nomination, which is then assessed by immigration officers.
This system enables Manitoba to conduct targeted draws that align with labour shortages and economic priorities, rather than relying on a first-come, first-served application process.
2026 MPNP draw and nomination trends
As of June 4, 2026, Manitoba has issued a total of 1,709 LAAs through its Skilled Worker Stream since the beginning of the year. This reflects the province’s consistent use of invitation rounds to manage application intake.
Earlier monthly data shows fluctuations in draw sizes, with 102 invitations in January, 101 in February, 60 in March, and a significant increase to 340 in April. These variations correspond to program needs and processing capacity.
In addition to invitations, Manitoba tracks nominations issued, applications received, and applications under review. The province has a federal nomination allocation of 6,239 for 2026, indicating the maximum number of candidates it can nominate for permanent residence.
Application processing and outcomes
Provincial data also shows the number of applications received and assessed throughout the year. Hundreds of applications were submitted monthly in early 2026, contributing to a large volume of cases under assessment.
The number of applications in processing declined between January and April, reflecting ongoing efforts to reduce backlog and move cases through the system. At the same time, refusal figures remained relatively stable, indicating consistent assessment standards.
Enhanced nominations, linked to Express Entry, represented a portion of total nominations issued during this period, demonstrating continued coordination between provincial and federal immigration systems.
Role of strategic recruitment initiatives
Strategic recruitment initiatives remain a defining feature of Manitoba’s immigration approach. These initiatives allow the province to proactively identify candidates through employer engagement, international recruitment missions, and partnerships with community organisations.
Employer Services, the largest category in this draw, plays a significant role in addressing labour shortages by enabling businesses to connect with qualified candidates abroad or already in Canada.
Other initiatives, such as those focused on francophone and ethnocultural communities, reflect efforts to support demographic diversity and regional development within Manitoba.
Regional recruitment efforts, although smaller in number, are intended to attract newcomers to communities outside major urban centres, supporting local economic growth.
Ongoing monitoring of MPNP activity
Manitoba continues to publish regular updates on draw activity and application processing through its provincial immigration program. These updates provide insight into how invitations are distributed and how many candidates progress through each stage of the system.
The June 4 draw represents another instance of targeted selection aligned with recruitment strategies and existing candidate pools. Future draws are expected to continue focusing on candidates with demonstrated connections to the province.
Further updates on Manitoba’s draw activity can be tracked through official provincial releases and aggregated draw listings available across immigration reporting platforms.