Manitoba MPNP Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO)

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) is for qualified skilled workers who may be outside Canada but can demonstrate a strong connection to Manitoba through:

Family or friends in Manitoba
Previous education or work experience in Manitoba
An Invitation to Apply received directly from the MPNP as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative

Connection to Manitoba

To be eligible for the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream, you must demonstrate one of the following connections:

1. Manitoba Support

A close relative or friend who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Manitoba and is willing to support your settlement plans.

Manitoba Supporter Requirements:

Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Must have been living in Manitoba continuously for at least one year
Must be your close relative OR close friend/former colleague
Must be in good standing with MPNP (if previously supported someone)

Close Relatives Include:

Sister or brother
Niece or nephew
Aunt or uncle
First cousin
Mother or father
Grandmother or grandfather

What Your Supporter Must Provide:

Settler Plan and Settlement Plan Part 2
Proof of Manitoba residence (utility bill, lease, etc.)
Proof of Canadian status
Evidence of relationship to you

2. Manitoba Experience

You have previously lived in Manitoba as a temporary foreign worker or international student.

As a Temporary Foreign Worker:

Must have worked full-time for at least 6 continuous months for the same Manitoba employer
Must provide employment records and reference letters

As an International Student:

Must have attended and completed an authorized education or training program at a public or registered private vocational institution in Manitoba
Academic programs of at least one academic year (minimum 8 months, full-time)
Must provide transcripts and certificates

3. Strategic Initiative

You received an Invitation to Apply directly from the MPNP as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.

Types of Strategic Initiatives:

Recruitment missions (overseas events)
Exploratory visits organized by MPNP
Special immigration program partnerships

Requirements:

Must have received a valid Invitation to Apply
Must apply within the specified timeframe

Eligibility Requirements

Age

Minimum 18 years old
No maximum age, but points decrease after age 45

Education

Minimum Canadian high school certificate equivalent
Must provide Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for education completed outside Canada
Higher education earns more points

Work Experience

Minimum 6 months of full-time work experience in an occupation on Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations List
Or minimum 1 year of full-time work experience in any occupation (if not on In-Demand list)
Must be within the last 5 years
Must be documented and verifiable

Language Proficiency

Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 6 for NOC 0, A, or B occupations
Minimum CLB 5 for NOC C or D occupations
Official language test required (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, or TCF)

Adaptability

Points awarded for:

Connection to Manitoba (support, experience, or strategic initiative)
Age
Language proficiency
Work experience
Education
Adaptability factors

Settlement Funds

You must demonstrate liquid funds equivalent to Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements for 6 months:

Family Size	Funds Required (CAD)
1	$13,757
2	$17,127
3	$21,055
4	$25,564
5	$28,994
6	$32,700
7+	$36,407

Amounts subject to change - verify current requirements

Points Assessment Grid

The MPNP uses a points-based assessment system (maximum 1,000 points) considering:

Factor	Maximum Points
Language Proficiency	125 (first language) + 25 (second language) = 150
Age	75
Work Experience	175
Education	125
Adaptability	500
Total	1,000

Points Breakdown

Language Proficiency (150 points max):

First official language (up to 125 points)
- CLB 12: 25 points per ability
- CLB 11: 23 points
- CLB 10: 22 points
- CLB 9: 21 points
- CLB 8: 20 points
- CLB 7: 18 points
- CLB 6: 16 points
- CLB 5: 14 points
- CLB 4: 12 points
Second official language (up to 25 points)

Age (75 points max):

18 years: 20 points
19 years: 30 points
20 years: 40 points
21-45 years: 75 points
46 years: 40 points
47 years: 30 points
48 years: 20 points
49 years: 10 points
50+ years: 0 points

Work Experience (175 points max):

4+ years: 75 points
3 years: 60 points
2 years: 50 points
1 year: 40 points
Less than 1 year: 0 points

Education (125 points max):

Master’s or Doctorate: 125 points
Two post-secondary programs (2+ years each): 115 points
One post-secondary program (3+ years): 110 points
One post-secondary program (2 years): 100 points
One post-secondary program (1 year): 70 points
Trade certificate: 70 points
No formal education: 0 points

Adaptability (500 points max):

Close relative in Manitoba: 200 points
Previous work experience in Manitoba (6+ months): 100 points
Completed post-secondary program in Manitoba (2+ years): 100 points
Completed post-secondary program in Manitoba (1 year): 50 points
Close friend or distant relative in Manitoba: 50 points
Strategic initiative Invitation to Apply: 500 points
Immigration destination in Manitoba (outside Winnipeg): 50 points

The Application Process

Step 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)

Create an online profile in the MPNP Expression of Interest system
Answer questions about your profile
Receive a score based on the points grid

Step 2: Enter the EOI Pool

Your profile remains in the pool for one year
You can update your profile at any time
Highest-scoring candidates may receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA)

Step 3: Receive Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA)

If selected, you will receive an LAA
You have 60 days to submit a complete application

Step 4: Submit Full Application

Complete the online application
Upload all required documents
Pay application fee ($500 CAD)

Step 5: Application Assessment

MPNP officers review your application
May request additional documents or an interview
Processing time: approximately 3-6 months

Step 6: Nomination Decision

If approved, you receive a provincial nomination
You then apply for permanent residence to the federal government

Step 7: Permanent Residence Application

Submit application to IRCC within 180 days of nomination
Include nomination certificate and other required documents
Processing time: approximately 12-18 months

In-Demand Occupations

Having work experience in an occupation on Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations list significantly improves your chances. The list is regularly updated and includes occupations in:

Business, finance, and administration
Natural and applied sciences
Health occupations
Education, law, and social services
Art, recreation, and sport
Sales and service
Trades, transport, and equipment operators
Manufacturing and utilities

Current In-Demand Occupations (verify current list):

Various NOC codes are regularly updated
Check the MPNP website for the most current list
Priority is given to candidates with in-demand occupations

How We Can Help

Our services for the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream include:

✓ Eligibility Assessment - Evaluate your profile and connection to Manitoba ✓ Points Calculation - Calculate your potential MPNP score ✓ EOI Profile Creation - Complete and optimize your Expression of Interest ✓ Manitoba Supporter Guidance - Assist your supporter with required documents ✓ Document Preparation - Ensure all documents meet MPNP standards ✓ In-Demand Occupation Analysis - Determine if your occupation qualifies ✓ Application Review - Complete review before submission ✓ Interview Preparation - Coaching if an interview is required ✓ Settlement Planning - Develop your Settler Plan and Settlement Plan Part 2 ✓ Post-Nomination Support - Federal permanent residence application

Document Checklist

Identity and Status:

Valid passport for you and all family members
Birth certificates
Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Divorce documents (if applicable)
Military service records (if applicable)

Education:

Diplomas, degrees, certificates
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
Transcripts

Work Experience:

Reference letters from employers
Employment contracts
Pay stubs
Tax documents

Language:

Official language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, or TCF)

Connection to Manitoba:

Manitoba supporter documents (if applicable)
Previous work permits and employment records (if applicable)
Previous study permits and transcripts (if applicable)
Strategic Initiative Invitation (if applicable)

Settlement Funds:

Bank statements
Investment statements
Employment offer from Manitoba employer (if applicable)

Other:

Photos
Police certificates
Medical examination results (after nomination)