British Columbia has conducted its first draws of 2023, issuing 211 invitations through multiple streams of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program. The January 4 draws were split into two categories: general and targeted. In the general draw, which included tech occupations, 163 invitations were issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 82 to 105 points. In the targeted draw, a further 28 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 60 points in the draw targeting Early Childhood Educators and Assistants under NOC 42202.