BCPNP Announces 2025 Changes: Focus on Healthcare & High-Impact Talent Amid Reduced Quota

On April 14, 2025, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) revealed key updates for the year ahead. With a reduced allocation of 4,000 nominations, the province is shifting focus to sectors with critical demand and economic value.

Priority will be given to:

• Healthcare professionals 
• Entrepreneurs driving innovation and growth 
• Skilled workers with strong economic impact 

Currently, over 5,200 applications are in the queue. Of the 4,000 available nominations:

• ~1,100 spots will be open for eligible health authority employees and high impact newcomers 
• ~2,900 spaces are reserved to process existing applications

The BCPNP is expected to resume targeted invitations in May 2025.