PR Jobs: BC PNP Skilled Worker Stream — Top 5 Occupations (August 2025)
Key statistics & summary (QuestJobs, Aug 2025)
4,430 PR-eligible job postings in British Columbia tied to the BC PNP Skilled Worker pathway.
B.C. and Ontario have the highest number of PR-eligible jobs in Canada.
Two application routes: Skills Immigration (non-Express Entry) and Express Entry BC. The latter requires an Express Entry profile; the former does not.
Top 5 occupations by openings; Nurses , Personal Support Workers, Sales roles, Carpenters , Early Childhood Educators .
Top 5 occupations hiring now (QuestJobs data)
These counts reflect PR-eligible postings surfaced in QuestJobs for B.C. as of August 2025:
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Nurses — ~1,700 jobs
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Personal Support Workers (PSW) — 501 jobs
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Sales roles (multiple NOCs/TEERs) — 500+ jobs
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Carpenters — 450+ jobs
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Early Childhood Educators (ECE) — 346 jobs
Tip: QuestJobs has categorized 1,000 B.C. employers that typically meet sponsorship criteria for this pathway. To explore live roles by occupation/TEER and city—search and filter the BC PNP Skilled Worker stream on QuestJobs.
Employer eligibility to sponsor under BC PNP (Skilled Worker)
In general, a sponsoring employer must (non-exhaustive)
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Be established and physically present in B.C. with a valid business licence (plus any required sector approvals). See BC PNP Skills Immigration guide.
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Offer a genuine, indeterminate, full-time position (≥30 hours/week) meeting prevailing wage and aligned with the candidate’s qualifications. See WelcomeBC – Skills Immigration.
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Meet minimum staffing thresholds in B.C. (commonly 5 FTEs inside the Metro Vancouver Regional District; 3 FTEs outside), and be in good standing with employment and business laws. Details are in the BC PNP Skills Immigration guide.
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Demonstrate local recruitment efforts of acceptable duration and format unless exempt. Requirements are outlined in the BC PNP Skills Immigration guide.
Candidate basics (what applicants should prepare)
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A qualified job offer from an eligible B.C. employer (Skilled Worker stream).
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Proof you meet the occupation’s requirements (education, licensing if applicable) and language where required.
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If you choose EEBC, ensure you meet the federal program rules and hold an IRCC Express Entry profile per IRCC – Express Entry.
Where the jobs are—and how QuestJobs helps
QuestJobs continuously aggregates and tags B.C. postings that align with BC PNP Skilled Worker criteria, including TEER/NOC mapping, region, and employer category. As of August 2025, the portal tracks 4,430 PR-eligible postings in B.C., with B.C. and Ontario leading nationally in terms of PR eligible jobs.
In total, the portal currently has more than 25,000 PR eligible jobs spanning the various PNP's in Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEi, and NL. There are 21 PR Pathways categorized in the portal.
What is the BC PNP Skilled Worker Stream?
The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) helps B.C. employers nominate qualified workers for permanent residence through Skills Immigration and its Express Entry BC option. Program structure, eligibility details, and sub-streams are explained on the official WelcomeBC – Skills Immigration portal. Federal processing and Express Entry rules are managed by IRCC – Express Entry.
Two ways to apply: Skills Immigration (non-EE) vs. Express Entry BC
Skills Immigration (non-Express Entry)
Apply directly to the BC PNP without creating an IRCC Express Entry profile. This route suits candidates who have a qualified, indeterminate, full-time job offer from a B.C. employer that meets program criteria. See the BC PNP Skills Immigration guide for the full checklist (job offer, wage compliance, employer eligibility, and documentation).
Express Entry BC
Apply via Express Entry, which requires an active IRCC profile and federal eligibility under an EE-managed program (e.g., CEC, FSW). A provincial nomination boosts your CRS score and supports your PR application. Review IRCC – Express Entry for profile requirements and WelcomeBC – Skills Immigration for the EEBC option specifics.
Quick FAQ
Do I need an Express Entry profile for BC PNP?
Only if you choose Express Entry BC. The Skills Immigration (non-EE) route does not require an Express Entry profile. Review WelcomeBC – Skills Immigration and IRCC – Express Entry to decide which path fits your profile.
Where can I check draws and program updates?
B.C. posts Invitations to Apply and news on WelcomeBC – Skills Immigration. Always consult the latest BC PNP Skills Immigration guide for rule changes.
Readers must note though that companies mentioned in this article had been categorized based on the employer eligibility requirements of this pathway. QuestJobs did not have any consultation nor a discussion with the companies mentioned. It is always highly recommended by QuestJobs to always ask and confirm with the companies about their eligibility and willingness to sponsor for permanent residency via this pathway.