BC PNP has released updated Skills Immigration guides, effective May 28, 2026. The new Skills Immigration Program Guide provides further details on the program changes announced on April 23, 2026, including eligibility criteria and requirements for the Temporary Rural / Remote Health Support initiative.
Registration for this temporary one-time initiative will be open from June 15 to August 31, 2026.
BC PNP has also updated the Skills Immigration Application Guide, formerly known as the BC PNP Technical Guide, to reflect current application processes.
A key reminder: BC PNP applications are assessed based on the criteria and policies in place at the time the application is submitted.
BC PNP will also host a webinar on June 10, 2026, focusing on the CARE objective and the Temporary Rural / Remote Health Support initiative.
Reference: https://www.welcomebc.ca/immigrate-to-b-c/about-the-bc-provincial-nominee-program/documents