Manitoba immigration news

Here are some recent news updates on Manitoba immigration:

Recent Immigration Draws:

On February 24, 2023, Manitoba held a draw for the Skilled Workers in Manitoba (SWM) stream, issuing 246 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates with scores ranging from 443 to 513.
On February 17, 2023, Manitoba held a draw for the Skilled Workers Overseas (SWO) stream, issuing 246 LAAs to candidates with scores ranging from 734 to 844.

New Immigration Streams:

In January 2023, Manitoba launched a new immigration stream for International Student Graduates, allowing eligible graduates to apply for permanent residency.
In November 2022, Manitoba introduced a new stream for Self-Employed Persons, aimed at attracting entrepreneurs and business owners to the province.

Changes to Immigration Streams:

In January 2023, Manitoba updated its Skilled Workers in Manitoba (SWM) stream, introducing a new points system and increasing the minimum score required for eligibility.
In October 2022, Manitoba updated its Skilled Workers Overseas (SWO) stream, introducing a new points system and increasing the minimum score required for eligibility.

Immigration Targets:

In November 2022, the Manitoba government announced its immigration targets for 2023, aiming to welcome 14,000 new permanent residents to the province.

Other Immigration News:

In February 2023, the City of Winnipeg launched a new initiative to attract and retain international students, offering a range of incentives and benefits to students who choose to stay in the city after graduation.
In January 2023, the Manitoba government announced a new program to support the integration of new immigrants, providing funding for language training, job placement, and other settlement services.

Sources:

Government of Manitoba, Immigration and Settlement Services
Manitoba News, Immigration and Settlement Services
Canadian Immigration News, Manitoba Immigration News
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Manitoba Immigration News