Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Morden works directly with local employers to identify targeted occupations. Candidates must have experience in one of the following:

• Welders

• Carpenters

• Cooks

• Plumbers/Pipefitters

Requirements for Welders & Carpenters

• Age: 21–45 years old

• No connections to other parts of Canada (no family, friends, work, or study ties outside of Morden)

• Completed at least a 1-year post-secondary education/training program (diploma, certificate, or degree)

• IELTS (General) minimum band score of 5 in each category

• At least 2 years of recent work experience in welding or carpentry

• Settlement funds as required by MPNP: $10,000 for the principal applicant + $2,000 per dependent (in addition to exploratory visit costs)

• Genuine intention and ability to settle and integrate in Morden

Requirements for All Other Occupations

• Age: 21–45 years old

• No connections to other parts of Canada

• Completed at least a 1-year post-secondary education/training program

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience within the past 5 years in the targeted occupation

• Settlement funds as required by MPNP ($10,000 + $2,000 per dependent)

• Must have an active Express Entry profile (CLB 7 and Educational Credential Assessment required)

• Genuine intention to settle in Morden

Additional Notes:

• Preference is given to candidates with prior rural living experience and adaptability to Manitoba’s climate and culture.

• Selected candidates must complete an exploratory visit to Morden to attend an MPNP interview.

• Applicants must not establish connections outside Morden before or during their application process, as this could affect community support.