MPNP 2026: Manitoba Streams, EOI Draws & 8,000 Quota

For foreign workers already employed in Manitoba.

Valid work permit plus a full-time, long-term job offer from a Manitoba employer after 6+ months of continuous full-time work with that employer; qualifications/licensing for the job; sufficient language skills; Settlement Plan. Self-employed people and work-permit-exempt people are ineligible.

For skilled workers outside Manitoba with an established Manitoba connection.

A Manitoba Support, Manitoba Experience, or Manitoba Invitation (ITA from a Strategic Recruitment Initiative); at least 60 points on language, age, experience, education and adaptability; TEER 4/5 needs at least CLB 4.

For recent Manitoba graduates with a full-time job offer in an in-demand occupation.

Graduated in the past 3 years from a full-time program of 1+ year at a designated Manitoba institution; CLB/NCLC 7; full-time job offer (1+ year contract) in an occupation on Manitoba's In-Demand Occupations List matching the studies; residing in Manitoba.

For Master's/PhD graduates from Manitoba who completed a Mitacs internship.

Master's or doctorate completed in Manitoba within 3 years; CLB/NCLC 7; completed a Mitacs Elevate or Accelerate internship in Manitoba; settlement funds or full-time employment; residing in Manitoba.

For business owners and senior managers investing in a Manitoba business.

3+ years full-time experience in the past 5 years as an owner (33⅓%+ ownership) or senior manager; CLB/NCLC 5; net worth of $500,000+; investment of $250,000+ in the Winnipeg Metro Region or $150,000+ outside it; create/maintain 1+ job for a citizen or PR; temporary work permit first.