Immigrate to Manitoba

There are many reasons to immigrate to Manitoba. Every person has a story about how they came here and what attracted them to this land. This province is known as “friendly Manitoba” and the people live up to its name. It has a vibrant arts community that has been received praise around the world. It is affordable for families and it is bursting with culture. Manitobans are accepting of foreigners and open to new ideas. Finally, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) is one of the easiest ways to become a Permanent Resident of Canada and it geared towards people who want to come and live in our beautiful province – the heart of North America!

Safe & Friendly Manitoba

Manitobans are friendly and charitable people. In fact, Manitobans are the most generous people in Canada! We are certainly proud of this fact. It may have something to do with the cold winters. The capital city is known as “Winterpeg” because winter lasts for so long. During the winter, however, everyone helps one another to make sure that everyone is taken care of. The city is safe with a strong democracy. The young Millennial generation is active in communities keeping people safe and politically active.

A Vibrant Arts Community

Winnipeg is known as Festival City! During the summer, the arts community comes out in force to is one festival after another. For folks who immigrate to Manitoba, a highlight is Folklorama – a festival that takes over the city. In every corner, the city is bursting with foods, song and dance from all around the world.

Winnipeg boasts an active arts scene with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, theatre, opera and events throughout the year. The arts scene in Winnipeg is among the best in Canada.

In winter, the rivers turn in the longest skating path in Canada. The New York Times reported on the warming stations along the paths for skaters, skiers, dog walkers and everyone else. I can tell you from personal experience, the paths get very busy on the weekends! World-class photographers in Winnipeg are making their names around the world.

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs

Manitoba’s economy has been on a slow and steady growth trajectory. CBC News predicts that for 2016 and 2017, Manitoba will lead all Canadian provinces in growth. The economy is diverse and deep. Most who immigrate to Manitoba have success finding stable and satisfying employment. The strong middle class is the heart of the city and the province.

The Manitoban government is committed to helping immigrants come to Canada and settle here. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program is one of Canada’s most successful PNP programs. It went through a period of review in 2014 and it was relaunched and updated in 2015. Over the past year, the Federal Government has increased the number of Certificates for MPNP from 5000 to 5500.

Industry in Manitoba has proven itself to compete on the world stage. In 2015, Crown Royal’s distillery in Gimli, Manitoba was ranked the best whisky in the world by the Whisky Bible. Other industries are also building the economy. Major players in the world pork industry include HyLife and Maple Leaf Foods. They each employ thousands of workers with stable jobs.

Affordable, Clean Living For Families

Canadian real estate prices have been rising steadily for many years. Toronto and Vancouver have become unaffordable for many families. Winnipeg, in contrast, remains stable and real estate prices are affordable. Strong neighbourhoods and a dependable public school system supports families who immigrate to Manitoba. The schools are gun-free and safe.

Manitoba boasts beautiful National Parks and Provincial Parks around the province. The rich farming tradition in Manitoba means that fruits and veggies are fresh and Manitobans support the local produce. In the city, there are many Farmers Markets and CSAs where the food is fresh and wholesome. This maintains the connections between rural Manitoba and the urban centres. It benefits our families and our children; it benefits everyone who immigrates to Manitoba!