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In this article, we’d like to introduce the details of the Expression of Interest (EOI), which is the first step in applying for MPNP (Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program).
Step-1 Expression of Interest (EOI)
Actually, NOT everyone will able to apply for MPNP right away.
First of all, MPNP applicants must declare their intention to obtain Canadian permanent residence with MPNP.
This manifestation of intention is called an Expression of Interest (EOI). You need to apply for EOI via online. EOI application fee is Free.
The right to enter MPNP is determined by EOI; only applicants selected by EOI are eligible to apply for MPNP.
It can be said that it is a system like the one shown below:
- Primary Screening： EOI
- Main Screening： MPNP
EOI Ranking System
MPNP holds a drawing (selection) called EOI Draw every other Thursday.
MPNP calculates EOI Ranking Points from the applicant’s profile created during EOI application. Applicants with the highest EOI Ranking Points will receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA) by email, awarding them the right to apply for MPNP, in the order of their EOI Ranking Points.
The official page does NOT announce how many people LAA is sent to. Only “the number of applicants” and “the minimum number of points” for those who have earned the right are published.
The minimum number of points are different each drawing, however it seems that the approximate points are around 500.
If an applicant is not selected for this EOI Draw, he/she will be carried over to the next EOI Draw. The automatic duration of EOI Draw is up to 1 year.
Official site
Programs applicable for EOI Ranking System
EOI is applicable to the following programs:
- Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream
- Skilled Worker Overseas Stream
- International Education Streams
EOI Ranking Points
EOI Ranking Points consists of the following 6 factors, and maximum overall points are 1,000.
- Factor 1: Language Proficiency
- Factor 2: Age
- Factor 3: Work Experience
- Factor 4: Education
- Factor 5: Adaptability
- Factor 6: Risk Assessment
Factor 1: Language Proficiency
1st Official Language
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| CLB 8 or Higher | 25 per band |
| CLB 7 | 22 per band |
| CLB 6 | 20 per band |
| CLB 5 | 17 per band |
| CLB 4 | 12 per band |
| CLB 3 or Lower | 0 |
2nd Official Language
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| CLB 5 or Higher (Overall) | 25 |
Total
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Maximum Points | 125 |
Factor 2: Age
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| 18 | 20 |
| 19 | 30 |
| 20 | 40 |
| 21 to 45 | 75 |
| 46 | 40 |
| 47 | 30 |
| 48 | 20 |
| 49 | 10 |
| 50 or Older | 0 |
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Maximum Points | 75 |
Factor 3: Work Experience
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Less than 1 year | 0 |
| 1 year | 40 |
| 2 years | 50 |
| 3 years | 60 |
| 4 years or more | 75 |
| Fully recognized by provincial
licensing body |
100 |
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Maximum Points | 175 |
Factor 4: Education
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Master’s degree or Doctorate | 125 |
| Two post-secondary programs
of at least 2 years each |
115 |
| One post-secondary program
of 3 years or more |
110 |
| One post-secondary program
of 2 years |
100 |
| 1-year post-secondary
program |
70 |
| Trade Certificate | 70 |
| No formal post-secondary
education |
0 |
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Maximum Points | 125 |
Factor 5: Adaptability
Connection
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Close relative in Manitoba | 200 |
| Previous work experience
in Manitoba (6 months or more) |
100 |
| Completed post-secondary
program in Manitoba (2 years or more) |
100 |
| Completed post-secondary
program in Manitoba (one year) |
50 |
| Close friend or distant relative
in Manitoba |
50 |
Manitoba Demand
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Ongoing employment in
Manitoba for 6 months or more with long-term job offer from the same employer |
500 |
| Invitation to Apply under
a Strategic Initiative |
500 |
Regional Development
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Immigration destination in
Manitoba is outside of Winnipeg |
50 |
Total (Upper limit is 500 points.)
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Maximum Points | 500 |
Factor 6: Risk Assessment
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Close relative in another
province and no close relative in MB |
0 |
| Work experience in
another province |
-100 |
| Studies in another
province |
-100 |
| Previous immigration
application to another province |
0 |
| Assessment Factor | Ranking Points |
| Minimum Points | -200 |
Ranking Points Calculator
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