British Columbia has implemented significant alterations in its Provincial Nominee Program for 2025, with various new twists. The province will now focus on selecting skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and healthcare professionals who can make a strong impact on the economy.

What’s New in BC PNP 2025?

  1. Fewer Nomination Spots:

    2. This year, B.C. can nominate only 4,000 applicants — half the number allowed in 2025. Out of these, just 1,100 are open for new applications. The rest are reserved for processing applications already in the system.

  2. Priority for Healthcare Workers:

    3. A large portion of these nominations will go to healthcare professionals directly involved in patient care. This includes doctors, nurses, and various allied health workers.

  3. Focus on Entrepreneurs & Economic Contributors:

    4. The province is also keeping the door open for entrepreneurs and about 100 applicants who bring significant economic value to B.C.

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Healthcare Occupations Now in Demand

Here are some of the key healthcare roles B.C. is focusing on in 2025:

Occupation NOC Code
Family physicians and general practitioners 31102
Registered nurses and psychiatric nurses 31301
Nurse practitioners 31302
Licensed practical nurses 32101
Medical lab technologists 32120
Medical imaging technologists 32121
Physiotherapists 31202
Occupational therapists 31203
Pharmacists 31120
Respiratory and cardiopulmonary technologists 32103

To be eligible, applicants must already have a permanent, full-time job offer from a public health authority in B.C.

Health Authority Stream: Who Can Apply?

To qualify for this stream, you must:

  1. Be offered a full-time, permanent position with a recognized health authority in B.C.
  2. Work in a role that directly supports patient care.
  3. If you're a self-employed professional like a doctor or midwife, you’ll need a recommendation from a recognized health authority confirming your qualifications and intent to practice in B.C.

Stay updated on the latest British Columbia PNP draw results, including cutoff scores, invited occupations, and immigration pathways for skilled workers.

List of Approved Public Health Authorities in B.C.

If you're working with any of these organizations, you could qualify:

  1. Provincial Health Services Authority
  2. First Nations Health Authority
  3. Fraser Health
  4. Interior Health
  5. Island Health
  6. Northern Health
  7. Vancouver Coastal Health
  8. Providence Health Care

Other Applicants Who Can Still Apply in 2025

Outside of healthcare, B.C. is still accepting a small number of new applications from:

  1. Entrepreneurs planning to invest in or launch a business aligned with the province’s economic needs.
  2. Skilled workers in roles that bring a high level of economic value to British Columbia.

What This Means for Applicants

Because of the sharp drop in nomination slots:

  1. Regular and priority occupation draws have been put on hold for now.
  2. Most of the year’s efforts will be spent handling existing applications.
  3. Only a select few new applicants — mainly healthcare workers, entrepreneurs, and high-impact professionals — will be invited this year.