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ToggleManitoba continued its steady pace of immigration selections in July 2026, issuing a combined 2,053 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) through two Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) Expression of Interest (EOI) draws. The invitations spanned the province’s Skilled Worker and International Education streams, targeting candidates who align with Manitoba’s labour market needs — from healthcare professionals and top-scoring profiles to graduates, Francophone applicants, and workers in regional communities.
For candidates in the Express Entry pool or Manitoba’s EOI system, these draws offer a valuable pathway: a provincial nomination can add up to 600 points to a candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence at the federal level.
Below is a full breakdown of both July 2026 draws, who was invited, and what this means for prospective applicants.
MPNP Draw #275 — July 16, 2026
Manitoba’s second draw of the month, held on July 16, 2026, was the larger of the two, issuing 1,976 Letters of Advice to Apply. The invitations were distributed as follows:
- 78 LAAs – International Education Stream (IES), Graduate Internship Pathway
- 24 LAAs – Candidates currently employed in Manitoba in priority medical occupations
- 1,874 LAAs – Top-scoring profiles in the EOI pool
The lowest-ranked candidate invited in this draw held a score of 825, giving prospective applicants a useful benchmark for where competitive EOI scores currently stand.
Who Was Targeted in Draw #275?
- International graduates completing internships through Manitoba’s Graduate Internship Pathway, supporting the province’s efforts to retain international student talent.
- Healthcare workers already employed in Manitoba in medical occupations designated as priority roles — reflecting ongoing demand in the province’s health sector.
- High-scoring EOI candidates across various occupations, selected purely on ranking within the pool.
MPNP Draw #274 — July 2, 2026
Manitoba’s first draw of the month, held on July 2, 2026, issued 77 Letters of Advice to Apply under the province’s strategic recruitment initiatives. This draw was more targeted, focusing on specific community and employer-driven priorities:
| Category | LAAs Issued |
|---|---|
| Employer Services | 36 |
| Temporary Public Policy (work permit facilitation) | 31 |
| Francophone Community | 8 |
| Regional Communities | 2 |
| Total | 77 |
Who Was Targeted in Draw #274?
- Employer Services candidates, reflecting direct employer sponsorship and Manitoba’s employer-driven nomination model.
- Temporary Public Policy invitees, aimed at facilitating work permits for eligible candidates.
- Francophone community applicants, supporting Manitoba’s commitment to Francophone immigration outside Quebec.
- Regional community candidates, encouraging settlement beyond Winnipeg into smaller Manitoba communities.
About the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is one of Canada’s longest-running and most active provincial immigration programs. It operates through an Expression of Interest (EOI) system, where candidates submit profiles and are ranked based on factors such as work experience, education, language ability, and connections to Manitoba.
The MPNP periodically issues Letters of Advice to Apply to candidates from this pool based on:
- Provincial labour market needs
- Strategic economic priorities
- Regional and Francophone settlement goals
- Employer nomination requests
- International graduate retention
Candidates who receive an LAA and are subsequently nominated by Manitoba can apply for a provincial nomination certificate, which is used to strengthen their federal Express Entry profile.
How a Manitoba Nomination Boosts Your Express Entry CRS Score
One of the biggest advantages of receiving a provincial nomination through the MPNP is the impact on a candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score under federal Express Entry. A nomination adds a substantial fixed number of points to a candidate’s profile, often pushing their score high enough to guarantee an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in the next federal Express Entry draw.
This makes programs like the MPNP an attractive route for candidates who may not otherwise rank competitively in general Express Entry draws, particularly those with in-demand skills, Manitoba work experience, French language ability, or ties to smaller Manitoba communities.
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Key Takeaways
- Manitoba issued 2,053 LAAs across two draws in July 2026.
- Draw #275 (July 16) issued 1,976 LAAs, with a minimum score of 825.
- Draw #274 (July 2) issued 77 LAAs through strategic recruitment streams.
- Categories invited included the International Education Stream, healthcare occupations, Employer Services, Francophone Community, Regional Communities, and Temporary Public Policy pathways.
- A Manitoba nomination can significantly increase a candidate’s Express Entry CRS score, improving the chances of receiving an ITA for permanent residence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were invited by Manitoba PNP in July 2026? Manitoba issued a combined 2,053 Letters of Advice to Apply across two draws in July 2026 — 1,976 in draw #275 and 77 in draw #274.
What was the lowest score invited in the July 16 draw? The lowest-ranked candidate invited in MPNP Draw #275 held a score of 825.
Does a Manitoba PNP nomination guarantee permanent residence? A nomination does not guarantee permanent residence on its own, but it adds significant CRS points to a candidate’s Express Entry profile, greatly improving their chances of receiving an ITA in a subsequent federal draw.
Who is eligible for Manitoba’s International Education Stream? The International Education Stream is designed for international graduates, including those completing internships under the Graduate Internship Pathway, who meet Manitoba’s eligibility criteria.
Stay tuned for updates on future MPNP draws and Express Entry news.