Manitoba’s Latest PNP Draw Just Issued 2,146 Invitations: What You Need to Know
Manitoba held another Expression of Interest draw on July 16, 2026. This is Draw #275 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program, and it issued a large number of invitations across several categories.
If you have Manitoba ties through study, work, or family, this draw is worth a close look. Here is a full breakdown of who got invited and why.
What Is the MPNP EOI System?
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program runs regular Expression of Interest draws. Candidates in the EOI pool get invited to submit a full application through a Letter of Advice to Apply. Business Investor Stream draws work differently and are reviewed on a rolling basis instead of through EOI draws.
Graduate Internship Pathway Invitations
Under the International Education Stream, the Graduate Internship Pathway saw 78 Letters of Advice to Apply issued. These went to profiles that met the pathway’s specific eligibility requirements.
Doctors Got Priority in This Draw
Manitoba specifically targeted healthcare professionals in this round. Under Skilled Worker in Manitoba, an occupation-specific selection was run for candidates working in these National Occupational Classification groups:
- Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
- Specialists in surgery
- General practitioners and family physicians
This selection resulted in 24 Letters of Advice to Apply.
Francophone Candidates Saw Strong Numbers
Candidates who declared French as their language of communication with the MPNP, and who held a valid French language test result, received 84 Letters of Advice to Apply in this draw.
Manitoba Education Was the Biggest Category
The largest group of invitations in this draw went to candidates who completed post-secondary studies in Manitoba, or whose spouse did. This category alone accounted for 1,874 Letters of Advice to Apply. The lowest ranking score among invited candidates was 825.
Strategic Recruitment Initiatives
Manitoba also invited candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream under several strategic recruitment initiatives. A total of 86 Letters of Advice to Apply were issued this way, broken down as follows:
- Employer Services: 32
- Ethnocultural Communities: 17
- Francophone Community: 11
- Regional Communities: 8
- Temporary Public Policy (TPP) for prospective PNP candidates: 18
Total Invitations and Express Entry Overlap
According to sources, this draw issued 2,146 Letters of Advice to Apply in total. Of these, 825 candidates also held a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code, meaning they could pursue a nomination that supports their federal Express Entry application too.
What does this mean for you?
This draw shows Manitoba continuing to prioritize candidates with local education, French language ability, and healthcare experience. If you studied in Manitoba, speak French, or work in a priority healthcare role, your chances of receiving an invitation in future draws remain strong.
Eligibility requirements, scoring, and category priorities can change from draw to draw. Confirming where you stand before you apply can save you time and avoid a rejected application.
Book a Consultation!
PNP rules and draw criteria shift often, and what worked in one draw may not apply to the next. If you want to know exactly where you stand for Manitoba’s program, book a consultation with our licensed RCIC consultant to discuss your specific situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Manitoba’s Draw #275 held?
Draw #275 was held on July 16, 2026, and issued a total of 2,146 Letters of Advice to Apply.
Who received the most invitations in this draw?
Candidates who completed post-secondary education in Manitoba, or whose spouse did, received the largest share, with 1,874 Letters of Advice to Apply.
Do I need an Express Entry profile to apply through MPNP?
No. MPNP invitations go out independently of Express Entry. However, 825 candidates in this draw also held a valid Express Entry profile, which can support a faster path to permanent residence.
Were doctors specifically targeted in this draw?
Yes. Manitoba ran an occupation-specific selection for clinical and laboratory medicine specialists, surgery specialists, and general practitioners or family physicians, issuing 24 Letters of Advice to Apply.