In December 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted three Expression of Interest (EOI) draws, issuing Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to skilled worker candidates. These draws, numbered 261, 260, and 259, targeted various categories within the program.
Draw 261: Health Occupations Focus
Draw #261, conducted on December 13, 2025, issued 353 LAAs to candidates with experience in health-related regulated occupations. The Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream received 109 LAAs, while the Skilled Workers Overseas stream received 244 LAAs. This draw highlights a continued focus on addressing labor needs in Manitoba's healthcare sector.
Draw 260: Targeted Initiatives
Draw #260, also conducted on December 13, 2025, issued 63 LAAs. This draw specifically targeted candidates identified as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative. Candidates invited under this initiative typically include those with close family connections in Manitoba, those participating in specific employer-driven programs, or those with strong ties to communities in the province. The minimum score for this draw was 686.
Draw 259: Strategic Recruitment and Community Focus
Draw #259, conducted on December 6, 2025, issued 184 LAAs. Similar to draw #260, this draw was part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, focusing on specific criteria to support provincial needs. The minimum score for draw #259 was 689. The consistent use of strategic recruitment in these draws indicates a targeted approach by the MPNP to invited candidates whose profiles align with specific economic and community development priorities.
Overall Outcomes
Across the three December 2025 draws, a total of 600 LAAs were issued. These invitations were distributed among the Skilled Workers in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas streams, with a particular emphasis on healthcare professions and strategic recruitment initiatives. The MPNP assesses Expression of Interest profiles based on factors such as education, language proficiency, work experience, and connections to Manitoba, assigning a score to each candidate.
Applicants are advised to consult the official Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program website for detailed information regarding eligibility criteria and program updates.