Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
On April 22, 2025, Manitoba introduced a new work permit extension for skilled workers participating in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). This extension applies to workers whose permits either expired in 2024 or are about to expire this year in 2025 or in the next 30 days, allowing them to extend their work permits upwards of two years.
This is a temporary measure set to remain in effect until December 31, 2025. Now, skilled workers have the opportunity to stay in Manitoba while waiting for their permanent residency applications to be processed, rather than leaving the province and risk losing their status.
If you meet the criteria listed below, eligible workers can apply for a support letter through the online portal, which opened on April 22, 2025, and will remain open until December 31, 2025.
To complete the application, applicants must additionally submit a letter of employment, proof of work authorization status or restoration request, and a valid MPNP Expression of Interest profile. It is critical that you ensure all documentation is complete and accurate, as incomplete applications will not be processed. To qualify:
Granted, submitting a complete application increases your chances of approval, however, it is important to take into consideration that the government of Manitoba still holds the power to limit the number of Support Letters issued at any given moment, as indicated on their government website. Therefore, it is advantageous to apply for a work permit extension as early as possible to avoid this potential limitation.
This temporary extension is not only beneficial to skilled workers, but it also helps Manitoba retain skilled workers who can continue to contribute to its economy. Evidently, since Manitoba has the power to limit the number of Support Letters issued at any time, only complete applications that meet all the requirements will be considered for extensions.
This temporary extension is not only beneficial to skilled workers, but it also helps Manitoba retain skilled workers who can continue to contribute to its economy. Evidently, since Manitoba has the power to limit the number of Support Letters issued at any time, only complete applications that meet all the requirements will be considered for extensions.
Contact us at Canadim to assess your eligibility and help you successfully apply for your work permit extension as soon as possible ensuring uninterrupted employment so that you could continue your path to Canadian permanent residency.
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