The BCPNP has modified its points system to reflect NOC changes and importance of human capital factors.
To summarize, the points system (which, like in Express Entry-managed programs is used to assess applicants’ eligibility for immigration under permanent residence) has changed in the following ways:
- Points have been removed for National Occupation Class (NOC) skill levels. The NOC system is Canada’s main way of classifying jobs, and has recently moved to a TEER classification.
- As a result, the number of points assigned to human capital (skills, experience education and competencies of the individual) and economic factors (job offer, income, district of employment) of applicants has increased;
- Additional points have been added for professional designations and language proficiency in both English and French;
- Points have been added for previous experience working or studying outside of metropolitan Vancouver.
