The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is a pathway for immigrants to gain permanent residency in Canada by being nominated by the province of British Columbia. The program is designed to address the specific labor market needs of the province by attracting skilled workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs. Applicants must meet specific criteria based on the stream they are applying to, and those with the highest scores in factors such as work experience, education, and language ability are invited to apply for permanent residency. Successful applicants receive a provincial nomination, which can significantly boost their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply for permanent residency through the federal Express Entry system.