Manitoba targets TPP work permit holders in new draws
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) announced on May 1 that it will conduct targeted draws for individuals holding Manitoba-specific work permits issued under a temporary federal policy tied to provincial nominee candidates.
The update outlines that applicants who obtained a Manitoba Support Letter through the Temporary Public Policy (TPP) can expect invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination in upcoming selection rounds.
The measure focuses on candidates already working in the province under specific conditions linked to the now-expired federal initiative, narrowing the selection pool for upcoming draws.
- MPNP will invite candidates holding Manitoba-specific work permits issued under the TPP
- Priority is being given to Support Letters approved between April 22 and June 30, 2025
- Invitations will be sent to the email address listed in Support Letter applications
- Candidates approved after June 30, 2025 will receive updates at a later stage
- Eligibility to use the TPP ITA code depends on meeting specific employment and residency conditions
Targeted draws tied to Support Letter timelines
The province confirmed that the issuance of invitations will be based on the date a candidate’s Support Letter was approved. At this stage, the MPNP is prioritizing individuals whose approvals fall between April 22 and June 30, 2025.
Those with approval dates beyond this range are not included in the initial selection phase. The program indicated that further communication will follow for this group as processing continues.
Email addresses previously submitted during the Support Letter application process will be used to distribute invitations. No alternative delivery method was identified in the update.
While receiving an ITA signals eligibility to apply for provincial nomination, it does not automatically authorize use of the associated TPP code within the Expression of Interest (EOI) system.
Eligibility conditions linked to TPP work permits
To claim the TPP-related ITA code within an EOI profile, candidates must meet several requirements defined by the province. These conditions relate primarily to employment status, work history, and ties to Manitoba.
Applicants must hold a valid Manitoba-specific open work permit issued under the Temporary Public Policy. Individuals who received Support Letters but currently hold other types of work permits are not eligible under this pathway.
Full-time employment within Manitoba is required, with evidence that the position is ongoing and intended to remain permanent in nature. Temporary or part-time roles do not meet the stated criteria.
Work experience requirements include at least six months of continuous, full-time employment with a Manitoba employer. For individuals who completed post-secondary studies outside Manitoba, the minimum threshold increases to one year.
In addition, candidates must demonstrate qualifications that align with their declared occupation. This includes meeting any requirements related to education, training, work experience, or licensing where applicable.
Language ability in English or French must be sufficient for workplace duties, as assessed under program criteria. The province also requires proof that a candidate’s connection to Manitoba is stronger than any ties to other Canadian provinces or territories.
A settlement plan must also be submitted, detailing the individual’s intention to reside and work in Manitoba as a permanent resident. This includes outlining plans related to employment and long-term establishment in the province.
Alignment with Skilled Worker pathways
Beyond the TPP-specific criteria, candidates are required to meet the eligibility standards of the Skilled Worker in Manitoba pathway, including its exclusions and baseline requirements.
In cases where employment history does not fully align with current employer requirements under this pathway, individuals may still use the TPP ITA code. However, they must instead submit an Expression of Interest under the Skilled Worker Overseas category.
This distinction allows certain candidates to remain eligible within the system even if they do not meet all employment continuity conditions tied to the in-province stream.
More details about eligibility scoring can be accessed through tools such as the MPNP points calculator, which outlines factors used in candidate ranking.
Temporary Public Policy background
The Temporary Public Policy was introduced as a federal measure to facilitate the issuance of open work permits for select Provincial Nominee Program candidates. It applied to individuals who met criteria established jointly by provinces and federal immigration authorities.
The policy was time-limited and officially expired on December 31, 2025. Prior to its conclusion, Manitoba accepted Support Letter applications under this measure until December 15, 2025.
The initiative was designed to allow certain candidates to remain employed while awaiting nomination or permanent residence outcomes. It also enabled provinces to retain workers already integrated into local labour markets.
With the policy no longer active, current draw activity reflects previously issued Support Letters and existing work permit holders under that framework.
Communication and inquiry process
The MPNP has established a communication channel for individuals seeking clarification about invitations issued under this process. However, responses are currently limited to a specific group of applicants.
Only individuals who received Support Letter approval on or before June 30, 2025 are eligible to receive responses to inquiries. Requests submitted by those approved after that date are not being processed at this time.
This approach aligns with the phased rollout of invitations tied to earlier approval dates. No timeline has been published for when later applicants will be included in communications.
Program context and current selection approach
The MPNP continues to use targeted draws to select candidates based on specific provincial priorities and eligibility categories. This method differs from broad draws by focusing on defined groups within the candidate pool.
In this instance, the selected group consists of individuals already working in Manitoba under permits linked to the Temporary Public Policy. The approach reflects the province’s emphasis on retaining workers with established employment and local experience.
The use of Support Letter approval dates as a selection criterion introduces a chronological element to the draw process. This allows earlier applicants within the TPP framework to be processed first.
Such targeted selection rounds form part of Manitoba’s broader immigration strategy, which includes multiple pathways and streams under the provincial nominee program.
Details regarding future draws or expansion of eligibility to additional groups have not been outlined in the latest update.
The current focus remains on Support Letter recipients approved between April 22 and June 30, 2025, as Manitoba continues issuing invitations under this targeted process.