Program delivery update: Open work permits for prospective Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program candidates with a provincial support letter issued on or before December 31, 2025

What’s New
– The Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge temporary public policy has been introduced, replacing previous public policies for facilitating work permits for prospective Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates.

Who is affected
– This update impacts individuals applying for work permits who are prospective candidates for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program and possess a provincial support letter issued on or before December 31, 2025.

Key dates
– The new policy is effective as of August 5, 2026, and applies to letters issued before December 31, 2025.

Required actions
– Affected individuals should ensure their provincial support letters are issued by the stipulated deadline and consider applying for work permits under the new guidelines.