MPNP General Stream

The MPNP General Stream is for applicants who can be assessed enough points in each assessment factor and can demonstrate their intention and ability to establish successfully and permanently in Manitoba.

You are eligible to apply to the MPNP under General stream if you can provide:

Proof of a close relative in Manitoba* or
Two Affidavits of Support from close friends or distant relatives in Manitoba or
Evidence of previous full-time work experience in Manitoba (at least six months) or
Proof of a completed education program in Manitoba (excluding language training programs)
*Applicants with close relatives in Manitoba should only apply to the General Stream if they do not meet the eligibility criteria for the Family Support priority assessment stream.

MPNP GENERAL STREAM APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1: Complete the MPNP General Stream Self-Assessment Worksheet

Assessment in the General Stream is partly based on a points system. Your application will be assessed points according to several factors including age, education, work experience, language ability and adaptability. Both you and your spouse (if applicable) should complete the general stream self-assessment (next page) individually. The person with the highest number of points should be the principal applicant. The other spouse can be included in the application as an accompanying dependent.
You must score at least 55 points, as assessed by an MPNP program officer, to be considered. If there is a difference between the points you give yourself on the self-assessment worksheet and the points the program officer awards you, the program officer's assessment will be the one that is used.

Step 2: Applicant Submits a Complete Application to the MPNP

If you believe that you have sufficient points for consideration, and you meet the criteria described in the section "Are You Eligible?", you may submit a complete application package according to the Document Checklist (MDOC).

Step 3: Manitoba Completes an Assessment of the Application for Nomination

Skilled workers who apply under the General Stream will be considered for nomination if they are able to satisfy the MPNP that they:

can be assessed sufficient points for consideration
have the training, experience, and language ability for permanent employment in Manitoba
have demonstrated a clear ability and intention to establish permanently in Manitoba

GENERAL STREAM ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Factor 1: AGE The principal applicant's age points are calculated according to the date his/her application reaches Manitoba Labour and Immigration. Applicants must include birth certificate and/or passport documents.
Years of Age	Points
17	2
18	4
19	6
20	8
21-49	10
50	8
51	6
52	4
53	2
53 or older	0
Maximum = 10 points
Your Total

Factor 2: EDUCATION The principal applicant's education points are based on the documented proof of completed education and training programs.
Years of Education	Points
10 (completed secondary school)	10
12 (completed secondary school)	12
13 (completed one year post-secondary program)	14
14-16 (completed one post-secondary program, two years or more)	16
17-18 (completed two post-secondary programs)	18
Masters or Ph.D. degree	20
Maximum = 20 points
Your Total

Factor 3: EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE The principal applicant's work experience points are based on the documented proof of work experience in the past 10 years. Include a letter of reference from a supervisor or personnel officer of the employer on company letterhead. It must give complete details about your position title, duties, salary, benefits and exact length of employment as well as information on how to contact that employer. You may also wish to include a current resume of your education and work experience. All translations must be notarized. Applicants whose only work experience in the past five years is related to an occupation on MPNP Occupational Requirements List; must demonstrate that they meet the specific requirements for the occupation. Read the section Employment in Manitoba* for details.
Years of Experience	Points
Six months (uninterrupted full-time employment)	2
Four points for each year of full-time employment to a maximum of four years (or 16 points)	4/year
Maximum = 16 points
Your Total

Factor 4: LANGUAGE ABILITY The principal applicant's language ability points are calculated according to the documented proof of training and ability in both English and French. Documentation should include copies of internationally recognized test results, certificates from language classes, educational transcripts or employment references indicating English or French as the principal language of instruction or communication. Copies of educational or employment documents from outside of Canada must be notarized.
First Official Language: (English or French	Points
Fluent	12
Currently Immersed, Working or Studying in English or French for at least the past two years.	10
Completed one or two year post-secondary education program in an English or French speaking country within the past two years.	9
At least two years post-secondary education or at least two years work experience within the past five years in English or French.	8
Common second language used in primary and secondary school system with sufficient language ability to be employable in applied occupation.	7
Some instruction and/or demonstrated language ability to be employable in Manitoba based on education, employment documents, and/or employer interview.	6
Some instruction, sufficient ability to begin working in an official language but still find it difficult and will need language classes.	5
Limited language ability but applicant can use first language in the workplace	4
Requires language instruction prior to effective employment search	0
Maximum = 12 points
Total points in First Official Language
Second Official Language: (English or French)	Points
Fluent	6
Currently Immersed, Working or Studying for past years at least	5
Completed one to two year post-secondary education program in an English or French speaking country within the past two years	4
At least two years post-secondary education or at least two years work experience within the past five years in English or French.	3
Common second language used in primary and secondary school system	2
Interviewed by employer and considered sufficient	1
Maximum = 6 points
Total points in Second Official Language
Maximum Total Language Points = 18 points
Your Points

Factor 5: ADAPTABILITY The principal applicant's adaptability points are calculated according to the documented proof of a strong connection to the Province of Manitoba indicating the applicant has the potential to settle permanently in this province. You cannot be assessed points for both close relatives and family-like support
Criteria	Points
*Social Supports in Manitoba*
Supporting Close Relative in Manitoba * Proof of relationship (as described in the Document Checklist) to a close relative in Manitoba which includes: son/daughter; mother/father; sister/brother; grandmother/grandfather uncle/aunt; (mother's or father's brother or sister) cousin (uncle's or aunt's son or daughter * If your relative has lived in Manitoba for less then 1 year, provide proof that your relative is well-established in Manitoba such as proof of employment, residence, Notice of Assessment from Revenue Canada, etc. The MPNP reserves the right not to consider support from any close relatives who cannot satisfy a Program Officer that they have established strong ties to Manitoba.	12
Family-Like Support from Distant Relatives or Friends in Manitoba * Affidavit of Support forms and personal reference letter from at least two people known to the applicant who live in the area to which applicant is destined, with signatures witnessed by a Commissioner of Oaths or Notary Public. * The MPNP reserves the right not to consider an Affidavits of Support from friends or distant relatives who cannot satisfy a Program Officer that they have demonstrated strong ties to Manitoba and/or the applicant.	5
*Previous Education or Work Experience in Manitoba*
Previous Work Experience in Manitoba Copies of full-time employment reference(s) and work permit indicating completion of at least six months previous work experience in Manitoba	10
Completed Post-Secondary Education/Training in Manitoba Copies of certificates, transcripts, and study permit(s) indicating completed high school and/or post-secondary education/training in Manitoba of at least two years	10
Completed Post-Secondary Education/Training in Manitoba Copies of certificates, transcripts, and study permit(s) indicating completed post-secondary education/training in Manitoba of eight to 18 moths	5
Completed High School in Manitoba Copies of certificates, transcripts, and study permit(s) indicating completed high school in Manitoba (at least two years)	5
*Destination in Manitoba*
Regional Immigration Applicant's destination is outside of Winnipeg, based on employment, education, family or community support documents indicating potential to settle successfully and permanently in a Manitoba region	5
Your Total

GENERAL STREAM ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET

Enter the total points from the previous five sections on the worksheet below.

SELECTION FACTORS	MAXIMUM POINTS	APPLICANT'S POINTS
AGE	10
EDUCATION	20
WORK EXPERIENCE	16
LANGUAGE	18
ADAPTABILITY
Close relative in Manitoba	12
or Family-Like Support of Distant Relative or Friend in Manitoba	5
Work Experience in MB: 6 months or more	10
Completed Post-Secondary Education in Manitoba: 2 years or more	10
Completed Post-Secondary Education in Manitoba: 8 to 18 months	5
Completed High School in Manitoba	5
Regional Immigration	5
TOTAL POINTS
ASSESSMENT RECOMMENDATION	APPROVAL REQUIRES YES FOR ALL FACTORS
Applicant has sufficient points for consideration - 55 or more	YES	NO
Applicant has sufficient settlement funds and/or settlement supports in Manitoba	YES	NO
Applicant has satisfactorily demonstrated both the ability and intention to establish successfully in Manitoba	YES	NO
RECOMMENDATION	YES	NO

*Please refer to this website for the current version of the MPNP Occupational Requirements List which will be used in the assessment of your application.

Contact:

MANITOBA LABOUR AND IMMIGRATION
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program
7th floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg Manitoba R3B 1N3 Canada

Telephone: (204) 945-2806
Fax: (204) 948-2256
E-mail: immigratemanitoba@gov.mb.ca
Web Site: www.immigratemanitoba.com