British Columbia has issued at least 27 invitations to apply for provincial nomination through two selection rounds held on October 15 and October 20, 2026. The invitations were issued to eligible cleaners and security staff working for public health authorities in rural or remote communities, along with entrepreneurs planning to establish or expand a business in the province.
The latest selections took place under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), which allows eligible foreign nationals to seek provincial nomination and subsequently apply for Canadian permanent residence.
British Columbia PNP Draw Results: October 2026
The province conducted two selection rounds for different applicant groups. Here are the key details:
| Draw Date | Immigration Category | Invitations Issued | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative | 16 | 54 |
| October 20, 2026 | Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Stream | 10 | 118 |
| October 20, 2026 | Entrepreneur Immigration – Regional Stream | Fewer than 5 | 118 |
The October 15 selection invited 16 workers under the Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative (TRHSI). Five days later, British Columbia invited entrepreneurs through both its Base and Regional streams. The province reported at least 27 invitations across the two rounds.
1. British Columbia Invites Cleaners and Security Staff
On October 15, 2026, British Columbia issued 16 invitations under its Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative. The minimum score for this round was 54 points.
This is a temporary pathway designed to help eligible workers already employed by a British Columbia public health authority in qualifying cleaning or security positions in rural and remote communities pursue permanent residence.
Which Occupations Are Eligible?
The initiative covers the following occupations:
- Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners — NOC 65312.
- Light-duty cleaners — NOC 65310.
- Security guards and related security service occupations — NOC 64410.
Having a job in one of these occupations does not automatically make someone eligible. Applicants must also meet the program’s employment, location and other eligibility requirements.
Key Eligibility Requirements
To qualify under the TRHSI, applicants generally need to meet the following conditions:
- Hold a regular, permanent, full-time position with an eligible British Columbia public health authority.
- Work in one of the three eligible cleaning or security occupations.
- Have at least nine months of continuous full-time employment in the eligible occupation with the same employer and in the same region.
- Work in an eligible rural or remote community.
- Meet the applicable education, income and other Skills Immigration requirements.
Certain locations are excluded, including the Metro Vancouver Regional District and Central Okanagan Regional District. The Capital Regional District is also generally excluded, with exceptions for Galiano Island, Mayne Island, Pender Island, Salt Spring Island and Saturna Island. Applicants should consult the official program guide to confirm their circumstances.
Is the Cleaner and Security Worker Pathway Still Open?
British Columbia initially planned to nominate up to 250 eligible workers through this temporary initiative. However, registration closed on October 7, 2026. The October 15 draw was held after the registration deadline, so prospective applicants should not assume they can submit a new registration.
For the latest program information, applicants can consult the official BC PNP invitation updates.
2. British Columbia Invites Entrepreneurs Through Two Streams
On October 20, 2026, British Columbia held another selection round under its Entrepreneur Immigration category.
The province issued 10 invitations through the Base Stream and fewer than five through the Regional Stream. Both streams had a minimum selection score of 118 points.
These pathways are intended for entrepreneurs who want to contribute to British Columbia’s economy by establishing a new business or acquiring and expanding an existing one.
Entrepreneur Immigration Base Stream
The Base Stream is intended for experienced business owners and managers who want to establish a business in British Columbia or purchase and grow an existing business.
Key requirements generally include:
- At least three years of business owner-manager experience within the previous 10 years.
- A minimum personal net worth of CAD $600,000.
- An eligible personal investment of at least CAD $200,000.
- At least 33.33% ownership of the proposed business.
- Minimum language proficiency equivalent to Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4.
- A qualifying business proposal and compliance with the program’s other requirements.
Applicants generally need a post-secondary credential. Specific alternatives may apply to those with qualifying business ownership and management experience. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation.
Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Stream
The Regional Stream is designed for entrepreneurs who want to establish a new business in a participating community outside the Metro Vancouver Regional District.
Its main requirements generally include:
- At least three years of business owner-manager experience within the previous five years.
- A minimum personal net worth of CAD $300,000.
- An eligible personal investment of at least CAD $100,000.
- At least 51% ownership of the proposed business.
- Minimum language proficiency equivalent to CLB 4.
- A referral from a participating community.
- An exploratory visit and a qualifying business proposal.
Applicants must confirm that their proposed business and intended community meet the program’s requirements before registering.
Base Stream vs. Regional Stream
| Requirement | Base Stream | Regional Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Business plan | Start a new business or acquire and expand an existing business | Establish a new business in a participating community outside Metro Vancouver |
| Minimum personal net worth | CAD $600,000 | CAD $300,000 |
| Minimum investment | CAD $200,000 | CAD $100,000 |
| Minimum ownership | 33.33% | 51% |
| Business experience | 3 years within the last 10 years | 3 years within the last 5 years |
| Minimum language level | CLB 4 | CLB 4 |
| Community referral | Not required | Required |
| Exploratory visit | Not required | Required |
These are key minimum criteria, not a complete list of program conditions. Applicants should review the official requirements before making an investment or submitting a registration.
How Can Applicants Obtain Permanent Residence Through the BC PNP?
The process depends on the immigration stream.
For Eligible Skills Immigration Applicants
Candidates generally need to meet the relevant stream’s requirements, receive an invitation where required, and submit a provincial nomination application. If British Columbia approves the application and grants a nomination, the candidate can then apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence.
For Entrepreneur Applicants
Entrepreneur applicants generally need to:
- Develop a qualifying business proposal.
- Register with the BC PNP and receive a score.
- Wait for an invitation to apply.
- Submit a complete provincial application within the applicable deadline.
- If approved, follow the work-permit and business-establishment requirements.
- Meet the terms of the business performance agreement and applicable nomination conditions.
- Apply for permanent residence after receiving a provincial nomination.
For the entrepreneur streams, an invitation does not itself constitute a nomination or guarantee permanent residence. Applicants must complete the required stages and satisfy the relevant conditions.
What Do the Latest BC PNP Draws Mean for Applicants?
The October selections demonstrate that British Columbia is using different immigration pathways to address its economic and workforce priorities.
The temporary rural and remote initiative targeted eligible cleaning and security workers already employed by public health authorities. Meanwhile, the Entrepreneur Immigration draws focused on candidates with business experience, investment capacity and plans to contribute to the provincial economy.
The minimum scores in these selections apply to their respective categories. A score of 54 under the TRHSI cannot be directly compared with a score of 118 under Entrepreneur Immigration because the streams use different selection criteria.
Candidates should also remember that receiving an invitation is only one step in the immigration process. Applicants must submit the required documents, meet all applicable eligibility conditions and obtain the necessary approvals.
Key Takeaways
- British Columbia issued at least 27 invitations across two selection rounds held on October 15 and October 20, 2026.
- The October 15 draw invited 16 eligible cleaners and security staff under the TRHSI, with a minimum score of 54.
- The October 20 entrepreneur selection issued 10 Base Stream invitations and fewer than five Regional Stream invitations.
- Both entrepreneur streams had a minimum score of 118 in the October 20 selection.
- Registration for the temporary cleaner and security worker initiative closed on October 7, 2026.
- Provincial nomination does not automatically grant permanent residence; successful candidates must also complete the applicable federal immigration process.
Conclusion
British Columbia’s latest October 2026 PNP selections included opportunities for eligible rural and remote health authority workers and entrepreneurs seeking to establish or expand businesses in the province.
Workers interested in the temporary cleaner and security initiative should note that its registration period has closed. Entrepreneurs considering the Base or Regional Stream should review the latest requirements, assess their eligibility and prepare a strong business proposal before registering.
For accurate updates, applicants should monitor the official WelcomeBC website, where the province publishes invitation results, program requirements and immigration announcements.
