International Student Priority Assessment Stream

The MPNP International Student Stream is a priority assessment stream for international students who have established strong ties to Manitoba and intend to live, work and establish their careers in the province.

You are eligible to apply to the MPNP through the International Student stream if you:

• have graduated from a post-secondary program in Manitoba
  
• have successfully applied for a post-graduation work permit from Citizenship and Immigration Canada and are currently working in Manitoba

• are currently working in Manitoba and have received a full-time, long-term job offer from their employer

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT STREAM APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1: International Student Graduate Applies for a Post-Graduation Work Permit*

You are eligible to apply for a post-graduation work permit if:

• you have a written offer of full-time employment related to your field of studies
• you have documents from a recognized post-secondary institution indicating that you have completed all degree or program requirements in an eligible program.
• you submit a complete work permit application, including all required fees and supporting documents, to the Case Processing Centre in Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1W1, within 90 days of completing all degree or program requirements
• If you need more information about applying for a post-graduation work permit please speak to the International Student Advisor in your post-secondary institution. Job offers to international students who meet these conditions do not need to be validated by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)

Step 2: International Student Graduate Submits Complete Application to the MPNP

If you meet all the criteria described in the section “Are you Eligible?” you may submit a complete application package to the MPNP according to the Document Checklist (MDOC) including a copy of a full-time, long-term job offer and a valid post-graduation work permit.

Step 3: Manitoba Completes an Assessment of the Application for Nomination

Skilled Workers who apply under the International Student stream will be considered for nomination if they are able to satisfy the MPNP that they:

• have the training (including any required licensing or certification) work experience, and language ability necessary for permanent employment in Manitoba
  
• have demonstrated a clear ability and intention to establish permanently and successfully in Manitoba.

Contact:

MANITOBA LABOUR AND IMMIGRATION
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program
9th floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg Manitoba R3B 1N3 Canada

Telephone: (204) 945-2806
Fax: (204) 948-2256
E-mail: immigratemanitoba@gov.mb.ca
Web Site: www.immigratemanitoba.com