Key takeaways
- BC held two Innovate: High Economic Impact selections on October 29, 2026
- Wage selection: 524 invitations for a minimum wage of $49/hour and $99,000/year
- Points selection: 248 invitations at a minimum score of 131
- Total: 772 invitations (SettleCanada arithmetic)
- The wage bar was $3/hour and $6,000/year lower than on September 24, 2026
The October 29 selections
BC lists the results in its invitations to apply table. The table has two rows for October 29, 2026.
| Selection | Cut-off | Invitations |
|---|---|---|
| Innovate: High Economic Impact (wage) | Minimum wage of $49/hour and $99,000/year, and NOC 0, 1, 2, or 3 | 524 |
| Innovate: High Economic Impact (points) | Minimum score 131 | 248 |
The wage row shows “N/A” for the minimum score. “NOC” means National Occupational Classification. The numbers 0, 1, 2 and 3 are the TEER categories BC lists for this selection. An invitation to apply (ITA) lets a candidate submit a nomination application. It is not a nomination and it is not permanent residence.
How it compares with September 24, 2026
| Date | Selection | Cut-off | Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 29 | Wage | $49/hour and $99,000/year | 524 |
| October 29 | Points | 131 | 248 |
| September 24 | Wage | $52/hour and $105,000/year | 426 |
| September 24 | Points | 131 | 288 |
This is our own arithmetic from the table rows. The two October 29 selections total 772 invitations (524 + 248). The two September 24 selections total 714 (426 + 288). The wage bar dropped by $3/hour and $6,000/year. The points cut-off stayed at 131.
How BC issues invitations
BC says it issues invitations to apply to Skills Immigration and Entrepreneur Immigration registrants. Candidates can check their BC PNP Online profile to see whether they received an invitation.
We do not explain how BC chooses between the wage selection and the points selection beyond what the table shows. We also do not predict future cut-offs.
What this means for you
- You have a BC PNP Skills Immigration registration: sign in to your BC PNP Online profile and check for an invitation.
- You work in a NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 job: compare your wage with the $49/hour and $99,000/year figures shown in the table. This applies to this selection only.
- You are not registered yet: read BC’s program information first. Cut-offs change from round to round.
What to do next
- Read the BC PNP table for the latest rounds.
- Check your BC PNP Online profile.
- See our PNP draws page and our guide to the Provincial Nominee Program.
Frequently asked questions
How many invitations did the BC PNP issue on October 29, 2026?
BC’s table shows 524 and 248 for the two High Economic Impact selections. That is 772 in total.
What was the wage cut-off?
A minimum wage of $49/hour and $99,000/year, for NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 jobs.
What was the minimum score?
131 for the points selection. The wage selection shows no minimum score (N/A).
What was the wage cut-off on September 24, 2026?
$52/hour and $105,000/year.
How do I know if I received an invitation?
BC says candidates can check their BC PNP Online profile.
Sources
BC’s page shows a “Last updated” date of October 20, 2026, which is earlier than the October 29 rows. We rely on the dates in the table rows. Facts as provided in our research brief dated October 30, 2026.
This is general information, not legal or immigration advice. For your situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC) or lawyer.
