Important Update for Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program – International Education Stream (IES) – Career Employment Pathway (CEP) Candidates

Changes to the Career Employment Pathway (CEP)

International students and graduates make a vital contribution to Manitoba’s economy and communities. Retaining Manitoba‑educated graduates is a key priority.

The Manitoba government is changing how Manitoba graduates are selected to improve alignment between education, work experience and labour‑market needs.

• Candidates with active Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles under the CEP and who have gained at least six months of work experience in Manitoba are invited to transition into the Skilled Worker in Manitoba pathway, where they can be considered in future EOI draws alongside other skilled workers on a priority basis.

What This Means for International Graduates

This change brings important benefits:

• clear, consistent criteria for all Manitoba graduates

• targeted EOI draws that prioritize Manitoba graduates

• greater emphasis on Manitoba work experience

Graduates who studied in Manitoba and are working here will continue to be strongly positioned for selection.

What Has Not Changed

• The Graduate Internship Pathway (GIP) remains in place for eligible master’s and doctoral graduates who complete a Mitacs internship.

• Manitoba is committed to attracting and retaining international students whose education, skills and experience align with labour market needs.

Next Steps for CEP Candidates

To be considered in future EOI draws, individuals with active IES‑CEP EOI profiles are encouraged to:

• review their eligibility for the Skilled Worker in Manitoba Pathway: https://immigratemanitoba.com/mpnp/skilled-worker/swm/eligibility/.

• if eligible, update their profile as soon as possible. EOI SWM draws will continue on a regular basis and a current profile will be required to be considered in future EOI draws.

• ensure all connections to Manitoba have been declared, including completed post-secondary education in Manitoba.

EOI profiles can be updated at: https://web22.gov.mb.ca/sso/Account/LogOn/.

More Information

Applicants with questions or requiring assistance may contact the MPNP through the online contact form: https://immigratemanitoba.com/contact/.