Currently I'm working as a food counter attendant and kitchen helper in British Columbia Kamloops if I get 1 year experience here I can apply for PR is there any Path or option to apply PR in British Columbia
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- Thread starter Linley Jameerbaccus
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Yes, there are still some PR pathways in British Columbia, but it depends on your occupation and immigration profile.
Since you are working as a food counter attendant/kitchen helper in Kamloops, your job falls under NOC 65201. Previously, many workers in hospitality and food service used the BC PNP Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS) stream after around 9 months of experience.
However, BC changed several PNP pathways recently, and the ELSS stream has reportedly been closed as part of the 2026 restructuring.
You may still have other possible options depending on your situation:
• Express Entry (CEC) – if you later move into a skilled TEER 0/1/2/3 job and gain eligible Canadian experience.
• BC PNP Skilled Worker – possible if you get promoted into a higher-skilled role or change to an eligible occupation.
• Rural/community pathways – some smaller BC communities may have local immigration programs.
• Employer-supported LMIA pathway – if your employer is willing to support long-term employment.
I would recommend:
1. Continue gaining Canadian work experience.
2. Improve IELTS/CELPIP scores.
3. Check if your employer can support future immigration options.
4. Try moving into a higher-skilled role if possible (supervisor positions can help).
Kamloops is a good location because smaller BC communities sometimes have additional immigration opportunities compared to Vancouver/Toronto.
You should also monitor official BC PNP updates because immigration rules are changing frequently right now.
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