British Columbia has released a BC PNP COVID-19 update
On May 12, 2020, British Columbia has released the new Addendum to the BC PNP Skills Immigration and Express Entry BC Program Guide and the BC PNP COVID-19 information update. The new regulations clarified some aspects regarding invitations to apply, changes to employment of the candidates, document deadlines, etc. BC PNP applications may be placed on hold for up to 16 weeks in the case of temporary termination of employment. Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS) candidates must complete 9 months of continuous permanent full-time employment before registering to the BC PNP. BC PNP may count employment before and after a temporary layoff as continuous towards the 9 months if the layoff does not exceed 16 weeks while working for the same employer. International Graduate candidates must register in the BC PNP within three years of the completion of their study.
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