BCPNP Issues 10 Entrepreneur Immigration Invitations

BCPNP Entrepreneur Draw (22 Sep 2026): 119 Cutoff, 10 Base Stream Invites — What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

On September 22, 2026, the British Columbia PNP held an Entrepreneur Immigration selection round. The minimum registration score was 119 for both the Base and Regional streams. The province issued at least 10 invitations to Base Stream candidates; invitations were also issued to Regional Stream candidates, but the source does not state the exact number for the Regional Stream.

Why this matters
A 119 cutoff is the highest threshold seen in several months for both streams (since Feb. 10 for Base and Mar. 10 for Regional). It signals stronger competition and a preference for higher-scoring entrepreneur candidates. For those planning to start or buy a business in B.C., registration scoring is an important factor in selection chances.

How this round fits 2026 activity
– This was the province’s 10th entrepreneur-focused selection round of 2026.
– Across entrepreneur selections through Sept. 22, BCPNP issued at least 114 entrepreneur invitations in 2026.
– Combined with Skills Immigration invitations (>5,300), BCPNP has issued at least 5,414 invitations so far in 2026.
– In 2026 the province has run 17 entrepreneur drawing events: ten targeting Base Stream candidates and seven targeting Regional Stream candidates.

Key differences: Base Stream vs Regional Stream
Both streams target entrepreneurs, but they differ in eligibility and early requirements:
– Business geography: Base allows a new business or takeover anywhere in the province; Regional requires a business outside the Metro Vancouver Regional District.
– Ownership: Base minimum 33.33% ownership; Regional requires 51%.
– Net worth and investment: Base — $600,000 net worth and $200,000 minimum investment; Regional — $300,000 net worth and $100,000 minimum investment.
– Experience and education: Base — three years as owner-manager in the last 10 years; Regional — three years as owner-manager in the last 5 years. A post-secondary credential is required unless applicants can show three years of active full ownership and management within the past five years.
– Community requirements: Regional Stream requires an exploratory visit and a community referral up front; Base does not.
– Registration minimums: Base registration minimum 115/200 (co-applicants permitted); Regional registration minimum 105/200 (no co-applicants).
– Language: Both streams require minimum CLB 4.

Work permits and the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
– Approved provincial nomination applicants receive a work permit support letter from B.C., which they can use to apply to the federal government for a temporary work permit to establish their business.
– Since June 9, 2026, a temporary federal measure allows nominees applying for PR through a base PNP pathway to apply for a BOWP earlier by removing the requirement to first receive an Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR). This may shorten the wait time for open work authorization after PR submission for eligible base-stream nominees.

Who is most affected
– Registered entrepreneur candidates with scores near or below 119 should see this round as a sign of increased competition.
– Prospective applicants should match their business concept and resources to the correct stream and prepare stronger registration profiles.
– Nominees in the nomination/PR process should note the June 9 federal measure that may enable earlier BOWP access for base-stream PR applicants.

Practical takeaways
– Aim above the stream’s registration minimum (Base 115, Regional 105) to stay competitive—recent selections can occur above those baselines.
– Choose the stream that matches your business location, ownership capacity, and willingness to complete community steps (Regional).
– For Regional Stream applicants, plan the exploratory visit and community referral before registration.
– Prepare verifiable financial documents (net worth, investment), business plans, and evidence of experience.
– If invited, you must submit a provincial nomination application within four months.
– If nominated, use the provincial work permit support letter to apply federally; base-stream nominees applying for PR should consider the June 9 temporary federal measure’s potential impact on BOWP timing.

Numbers to remember from the Sept. 22 update
– Date of draw: September 22, 2026
– Minimum registration score this round: 119 (both Base and Regional)
– Invitations issued (Base Stream): 10
– Invitations issued (Regional Stream): invitations issued, exact number not provided in the source
– BCPNP entrepreneur invitations in 2026 (to date through Sept. 22): at least 114
– Total BCPNP invitations in 2026 when combined with Skills Immigration: at least 5,414
– Program-specific minimums: personal net worth — $600,000 (Base) / $300,000 (Regional); minimum investment — $200,000 (Base) / $100,000 (Regional); minimum ownership — 33.33% (Base) / 51% (Regional); language CLB 4

Final checklist before you register
– Confirm which stream fits your business plan and location.
– Estimate your registration score and aim to exceed recent cutoffs (119 in this round).
– Gather verified financial statements, investment plans, and ownership documentation.
– For Regional Stream: schedule the exploratory visit and secure a community referral before registering.
– Be ready to submit a provincial nomination application within four months of an invitation.
– If nominated, use the provincial work permit support letter to apply federally; base-stream PR applicants should review the June 9 federal measure regarding earlier BOWP application.

The Sept. 22 draw (minimum score 119, at least 10 Base Stream invitations) underscores that B.C.’s entrepreneur streams remain active and competitive. Treat registration scoring as a central strategic variable, choose your stream based on the business plan and personal circumstances, and prepare provincial and federal steps in advance.

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