The MPNP is based on a bilateral agreement with the Government of Canada which requires the province to thoroughly and consistently pre-screen all applicants to ensure that each nominee has a clearly demonstrated potential to become a successful economic immigrant to Manitoba.

This is why the MPNP processes the strongest applicants first by selecting those with confirmed employment, job-ready English, training and work experience indicating potential for employability and/or strong family connections.

Manitoba cannot guarantee processing times for any application because each application is assessed on its own merits and each requries follow-up with applicants and supporters to ensure program integrity.

Applicants who use the online application tool receive expedited processing.

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You must demonstrate that you can read, write, speak and listen to the degree required by your employer. Immigrants with high education and professional qualifications may find they cannot work in their field or take qualification exams if their English level is low. English ability is critical - even to get an entry-level job.Close

The Immigration Refugee and Protection Act gives authority to the Government of Canada to process applications from live-in caregivers through the federal Live-in Caregiver Program.

To bring a live-in caregiver to Manitoba, an employer must get a labour market opinion from HRSDC, and then the caregiver must work in Canada for two years before they can apply for permanent residence through the CIC`s Live-in Caregiver Program.

The Worker Recruitment and Protection Act will assist Manitoba to ensure that any live-in caregivers recruited to the province will be treated fairly by employers and licensed recruiters and will be protected by our employment standards legislation.

If an individual has training and work experience in an occupation other than live-in caregiver he or she could apply to the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program under that other occupation.Close

Houses and apartments are advertised in newspapers, online and often with signs on the outside of buildings (Vacany, For Rent, For Sale). And, you should ask people you know about where to find housing. Your neighbourhood settlement worker may be able to give you advice. You need to consider the cost. You also need to consider factors such as neighbourhood safety and location of grocery stores and schools. For more information go to: Housing.Close

A Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) indicates how well you speak, listen, read and write in English. It tells you and language schools & teachers what level of EAL class is best for you. There are 12 levels.Close

Occupations such as doctor, engineer and accountant are called regulated professions. It is illegal to work or use the title of certain professions unless you have been issued a licence by the regulatory body. Visit the section Work in your profession.Close

A "journeyperson" is certified in a trade and earns higher wages. In some trades certification is mandatory. Visit the page Trades.Close

To have an academic credentials assessment you must provide:

• Canadian citizenship card or permanent resident card or Confirmation of Permanent Residence document (IMM 5292)
<.li>Manitoba Health card <.li>original or original notarized copy of all final degrees, diplomas or certificates from studies completed outside of Canada <.li>original or original notarized copy of final transcripts, mark sheets, and academic record of subjects from studies completed outside of Canada <.li>(if necessary, certified literal English or French translation of all educational documents) <.li>a resumé <.li>change of name documentation is required if the surname on the education documents iii. and iv. above) is different from your surname on your citizenship card or permanent resident card and Manitoba Health card. Example documents include marriage, divorce, adoption certificates. <.li>referral form or letter (if provided by end-user)

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Your immediate family (spouse and dependent children) is included in your MPNP application.

If you want to help your relatives, such as parents, to come to Manitoba, they must apply to the MPNP themselves. After you have lived in Manitoba for one year you can support their application. However, the MPNP is not a sponsorship program. If your relatives are not economic immigrants you can sponsor them through Citizenship and Immigration Canada's (CIC) Family Class. Visit CIC - Sponsoring your family.Close

Regularly visit the Events section of this website. It lists upcoming events of interest to newcomers.Close