A New Manitoba Expression of Interest Draw #273 took place on 18 June 2026 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). During this draw Manitoba selected skilled workers who received direct invitation from the MPNP through any of its strategic recruitment campaigns. Overall, 124 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued in the Skilled Worker Stream, which became one of the most significant draws of Manitoba immigration in the month. This draw shows that Manitoba still continues working on attracting skilled workers that can help the province develop.
Highlights of Manitoba EOI Draw #273
- Draw Date – 18 June 2026
- Program – Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
- Stream – Skilled Worker Stream
- Total LAAs Issued – 124
- Express Entry linked Invitations – 22
Manitoba Expression of Interest Draw #273 – Breakdown
Candidates could apply under the current Manitoba Immigration draw if they had profiled themselves in the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream or the Skilled Worker Overseas stream and indicated that they have been invited directly by the MPNP through one of the strategic recruitment initiatives
The province keeps using these strategic recruitment initiatives for overcoming labor shortage and helping the employers and communities in Manitoba.
Number of Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) Issued
The number of LAAs issued was 124 for Manitoba Expression of Interest Draw #273.
The invitations were issued to candidates who had received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for one of strategic recruitment initiatives below.
Distribution of Invitations
- Employer Services – 49
- Ethnocultural Communities – 9
- Francophone Community – 15
- Regional Communities – 19
- Temporary Public Policy (TPP) – 32
Total invitations issued – 124
Express Entry Candidates Invited in Draw #273
Of the 124 LAAs sent out in this draw, 22 invitations went out to candidates who indicated having –
- A valid number in the Express Entry pool, and
- A valid job seeker validation code.
Those whose profiles are linked with the Canadian Express Entry program may have other immigration perks to enjoy, including the possibility of enjoying quicker processing times after receiving a provincial nomination.
Who Was Eligible for This Draw?
Candidates who could be included in MPNP Draw #273 had to –
- Have submitted an Expression of Interest under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba category or Skilled Worker Overseas category.
- Indicate having received a direct invitation from the MPNP through a strategic recruitment initiative.
- Satisfy all the eligibility criteria related to the particular recruitment initiative.
What Does This Draw Mean for Immigration Applicants
Manitoba PNP Draw June 2026 reveals Manitoba’s ongoing need for strategic recruitment efforts in order to find skilled workers that can contribute to economic development in the province. The large number of invitations offered through the Employer Services, Regional Communities, and Temporary Public Policy (TPP) streams reveals that Manitoba is continuing its efforts to address labor market needs while contributing to community development.
Those individuals planning on applying for immigration under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program must keep their Expression of Interest profile up to date.