British Columbia sends out invitations in the latest PNP draw. This is the province’s third draw of 2025 targeting business-minded immigrants.
On April 15, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted a draw via the Entrepreneur Immigration Base Stream.
A total of five invitations to apply for provincial nomination were issued.
The minimum qualifying score in this round was 115.
| Draw Category | Number Of Invitations Issued | Cut-Off Score |
| Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Stream | 5 | 115 |
Eligibility Requirements For Entrepreneur Base Stream
British Columbia sends out invitations in the latest PNP draw. Candidates must start a new business or acquire an existing one that positively impacts the provincial economy.
Minimum eligibility criteria include:
- A registration score of at least 115 points
- Net worth of at least $600,000
- Language proficiency of CLB 4 or above
- Personal investment of at least $200,000
- Ownership of at least one-third of the business or a $1 million equity investment
- A two-year post-secondary diploma or:
- 3 years as a business owner-manager
- 4 years as a senior business manager
- A combination of 1 year as a business owner-manager + 2 years as a senior business manager
Candidates must also commit to creating at least one full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in British Columbia.
The BC PNP also offers a Regional Entrepreneur stream with reduced net worth requirements. This option requires visiting a participating community and securing a letter of support.
Significant reforms have been introduced to the BC PNP in 2025, including the closure of several immigration pathways, temporary pauses on specific draws, and limited intake of new applications.
Throughout the year, British Columbia will focus its immigration efforts on front-line healthcare workers, highly impactful entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals.
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