On April 14, 2025, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) announced strategic changes for 2025, operating with a reduced allocation of 4,000 nominations. The program will prioritize healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers with high economic impact potential. With an existing inventory of 5,200 applications, approximately 1,100 new applications will be accepted from eligible health authority employees and high-impact candidates, while the remaining 2,900 spaces will process previously received applications. The program anticipates resuming targeted invitations in May 2025.