Hi,
MPNP assesses an application on the following factors:
-Language
-Age
-Work Experience
-Education
-Adaptability/Connection
As for your dad, I cannot say for sure. But let me share the case of my aunt. she was 55 when she applied but 56 when her file was processed (2013). But she got 0 points in age. Her application was denied. This is the content (part only) of the letter:
Dear Ms XXXXX: File #: XXXX
We are writing with reference to your application to the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Your application has been reviewed and assessed according to program criteria, as indicated below. We regret to inform you that your application does not meet the requirements of the program, as described in our application guidelines.
Selection factors
-Age 0pts
-Education 20pts
-Work Experience 16pts
-Language 7pts
-Adaptability 12pts
Assessment Recommendation (Approval Requires "YES" for ALL Factors)
-Applicant is eligible to apply to MPNP YES
-Applicant has sufficient point for consideration (55+) YES
-Applicant has satisfactorily demonstrated sufficient funds YES
-Applicant has satisfactorily demonstrated the ability and NO
intent to establish successfully in Manitoba and there
were no retention issues identified
> But each case is different. Your dad may still apply for MPNP but if the outcome is the same as my aunts', I suggest you bring him to MB through another stream. I dont know what that is, i guess it's super visa for parents (CIC stage). That's what my friend did to bring her parents to Vancouver. Parents stayed for 2 years, went back to Philippines after that, then went back there again.
Hope that helps