The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program was established in 2001 to attract and retain immigrants who can address the province’s labour market needs and contribute to its economic growth. Prince Edward Island welcomes the highest number of immigrants per capita in Canada. The province has consistently increased its intake of immigrants, with over 2,000 newcomers arriving annually. In this article we will get into the details of PEI PNP Draws.
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PEI PNP in Brief
For individuals interested in applying to the PEI PNP draws, there are three available options:
- PEI PNP Express Entry Category
- Labor Impact Category
- Business Impact Category
Within the PEI PNP Labor Impact Category, the streams are
- Skilled Workers Outside Canada
- Skilled Workers in PEI
- Critical Worker Stream
- International Graduate Stream
- Intermediate Experience Stream
- Occupations in Demand
The PEI PNP express entry comes under the Express Entry system, Canada’s primary federal economic immigration program manages applications for candidates under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
Express Entry employs a point-based system, known as the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), to identify candidates with the highest scores in the Prince Edward Island PNP points calculator, inviting them to apply for Canadian permanent residency.
Nominees under the PEI PNP Express Entry category receive an automatic 600-point boost to their CRS scores, virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in a subsequent PEI PNP draw.
The Express Entry system does not link to base streams. Candidates seeking provincial nomination must apply directly to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
PEI PNP Draws- Latest
The latest draw for the Prince Edward Island PNP took place on June 24, 2024, resulting in a total of 75 invitations issued under the Labour & Express Entry category. Check the detailed version of the PEI PNP Draws below.
| Invitation Date | Labour & Express Entry Invitations | Invitation Totals over last 12 months | Selection Attributes |
| June 24, 2024 | 75 | 75 | Individuals in the Healthcare and Construction sectors and those with Work Permits expiring before October 2024 in the Traditional (Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries) and Trucking & Transport sectors were invited in the draw. |
PEI PNP Previous Draw
The previous PNP draws for Prince Edward Island are as follows.
| Invitation Date | Business Work Permit Entrepreneur Invitations | Minimum Point Threshold for Business Invitations | Labour & Express Entry Invitations | Total Invitations |
| May 2, 2024 | – | – | 6 | 6 |
| April 18, 2024 | – | – | 82 | 82 |
| April 4, 2024 | – | – | 66 | 66 |
| March 21, 2024 | 2 | 80 | 83 | 85 |
| February 29, 2024 | – | – | 24 | 24 |
| February 15, 2024 | 1 | 105 | 121 | 122 |
| February 1, 2024 | – | – | 78 | 78 |
| January 18, 2024 | 2 | 80 | 134 | 136 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | 3 | 92 | 26 | 29 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | – | – | 69 | 69 |
| Nov 16, 2023 | 7 | 80 | 134 | 141 |
| Nov 02, 2023 | – | – | 42 | 42 |
| Oct 19, 2023 | 2 | 80 | 102 | 104 |
| Oct 05, 2023 | – | – | 20 | 20 |
| Sep 21, 2023 | 4 | 80 | 153 | 157 |
| Aug 31, 2023 | – | – | 22 | 22 |
| Aug 17, 2023 | 4 | 102 | 138 | 142 |
| Aug 3, 2023 | – | – | 58 | 58 |
| Jul 20, 2023 | 9 | 80 | 97 | 106 |
| Jun 29, 2023 | – | – | 90 | 90 |
| June 15, 2023 | 4 | 82 | 118 | 122 |
| June 1, 2023 | – | – | 97 | 97 |
| May 18, 2023 | 3 | 65 | 156 | 159 |
| May 04, 2023 | – | – | 122 | 122 |
| April 20, 2023 | 9 | 72 | 180 | 189 |
| March 30, 2023 | – | – | 113 | 113 |
| March 16, 2023 | 6 | 52 | 138 | 144 |
| March 02, 2023 | _ | _ | 46 | 46 |
| February 16, 2023 | 6 | 70 | 222 | 228 |
| January 19, 2023 | 7 | 62 | 216 | 223 |
| December 15, 2022 | 7 | 62 | 127 | 134 |
| December 01, 2022 | _ | _ | 69 | 69 |
| November 17, 2022 | 8 | 62 | 141 | 149 |
| November 03, 2022 | _ | _ | 39 | 39 |
| October 20, 2022 | 10 | 72 | 194 | 204 |
| September 15, 2022 | 5 | 85 | 142 | 147 |
| August 18, 2022 | 4 | 97 | 117 | 121 |
| July 21, 2022 | 27 | 60 | 138 | 165 |
| June 16, 2022 | 9 | 65 | 127 | 136 |
| May 20, 2022 | 16 | 62 | 137 | 153 |
| April 21, 2022 | 11 | 67 | 130 | 141 |
| March 17, 2022 | 11 | 62 | 130 | 141 |
| February 17, 2022 | 6 | 67 | 117 | 123 |
| January 20, 2022 | 11 | 72 | 121 | 131 |
In conclusion, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) is a vital gateway for immigrants seeking opportunities in Canada. With its strategic streams and consistent invitation draws, the program reflects the province’s commitment to economic growth and labor market sustainability. The recent PEI PNP Draws further show PEI’s welcoming stance towards skilled individuals. As immigration trends continue to evolve, PEI will provide opportunity and diversity in Canada’s landscape.
FAQs about PEI PNP Draws
1. When was the latest PEI PNP draw?
A. The latest Prince Edward Island PNP draw was conducted on June 24, 2024.
2. What was the number of invitations for the latest PEI PNP draw?
A. There were a total of 75 Labour & Express Entry Invitations in the latest PEI PNP draw.
3. What are the streams in PEI PNP?
A. The streams in PEI PNP are- Skilled Workers Outside Canada, Skilled Workers in PEI, Critical Workers Stream, International Graduates Stream, Intermediate Experience Stream, Occupations in Demand Stream and PEI Express Entry Stream.
4. What is the difference between enhanced streams and base streams in the PEI PNP?
A. Enhanced streams, such as PEI PNP Express Entry, are linked to the Express Entry system, while base streams like Labor Impact and Business Impact categories are not.
5. How does the PEI PNP Express Entry category benefit nominees?
A. Nominees under the PEI PNP Express Entry category receive an automatic 600-point boost to their CRS scores, virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in a subsequent PEI PNP draw.
