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BC PNP Occupation Finder

Search occupations against B.C.'s current Care, Build and Health Authority priority lists — and the occupations now excluded entirely — under the BC Provincial Nominee Program.

70NOC occupations tracked
36Care priority occupations
9Build priority trades
12occupations ineligible for any stream

Care vs. Health Authority

"Care: Health care" occupations get targeted, faster invitations. "Health Authority-eligible" is a broader list for candidates employed directly by a B.C. health authority — the two overlap but aren't identical.

Build: certification required

All 9 Build trades require a valid SkilledTradesBC trade certificate, or a registered SkilledTradesBC apprenticeship matching the job offer.

Priority ≠ guaranteed invitation

Being in a priority occupation may qualify you for targeted invitations, but doesn't guarantee one. You still need a qualifying job offer and to meet all stream requirements.

Ineligible list is new and absolute

The 12 excluded occupations were added in the Program Guide's May 28, 2026 update and apply to any application submitted after June 13, 2026 — no stream or wage level overrides this.

Not sure which BC PNP stream fits your offer?

Manpreet Kaur, RCIC-IRB, works with clients across remote and underserved regions of B.C. — not just Metro Vancouver.

Occupation data: WelcomeBC, selection of workers and the Skills Immigration Program Guide (governs in case of conflict). Not immigration advice — disclaimer. Data verified: September 2026