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Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program | Ontario PNP Program In 2024

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    OINP Latest Draw Updates 2024

    Date

    October 17, 2024

    Category

    Skilled Trades stream

    No. Of NOI Issued

    1,307

    Crs Score Range For NOI

    405-435

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    Ontario is situated in central Canada, one of the most populous provinces, yet one of the most reputable. This Canadian province is also known for having one of Canada’s largest economies, simultaneously generating abundant employment opportunities. Ontario is also a part of the Canada PNP Program. Therefore, it has a separate PNP Program named the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program. This Canadian province uses the OINP Canada Program to attract skilled professionals to fill the labour deficit by offering them permanent residency. 

    Are you looking to immigrate to Canada as a PR holder but do not meet the eligibility criteria for the Express Entry system? – Don’t Worry because OINP Canada can be your gateway to endless opportunities. 

    This comprehensive guide will provide every detail about the Ontario PNP Program, along with its eligibility requirements, process, fee and every other detail. But, before proceeding, let us explain to you the meaning of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. 

    What Is The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program? 

    OINP – Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program is an immigration pathway for candidates who want to live in Ontario as permanent canadian residents. Foreign skilled workers, international students, and others with the required skill sets and experience can apply for a provincial nomination through OINP.

    Ontario Immigrant Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) allows the province to nominate immigrants with the skills and experience needed in the labour market, with the federal government making the final decision on the application for permanent residency In Canada of the applicant.

    Different Categories Under Canada Ontario Provincial Nominee Program

    OINP has three different immigration categories for immigrants to apply for provincial nomination. These categories are:

    • Employer Job Offer Category 

    This category is for temporary workers with a valid job offer from an eligible employer in the province. There are three sub-categories:  

      • Foreign Worker Stream – For Immigrants with work experience in a skilled occupation;
      • International Student Stream – For recent graduates from an eligible education institution of the province;
      • In-Demand Skills Stream – This stream is for skilled workers in specifically targeted occupations such as agriculture, construction, trucking, and personal support workers.  
    • Human Capital Category

    This category is an “enhanced” stream of Canada that allows the province to search for skilled candidates in the federal government’s express entry program. There are two streams under this OINP’s Human Capital category:

    • International Graduates – To be eligible to apply under this category, recent graduates must apply within two years of getting their degree from an eligible educational institution in the province. There are two sub-streams:
      • Master Graduate Stream
      • Ph.D. Graduate Stream
    • Ontario PNP Express Entry Stream – To be eligible to apply under this stream for a provincial nomination, candidates must have received an NOI – Notification of Interest from the province and have an up-to-date profile in the express entry program. There are three sub-streams under this stream:
      • French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream – This stream is for skilled immigrants who are proficient in the French language with the required work experience and education
      • Human Capital Priorities Stream – This stream is for skilled workers with the required work experience, education, language proficiency in either English or French
      • Skilled Trades Stream – This stream is for immigrants with work experience in the province in an eligible trade occupation 
    • Business Category

    This category is for experienced entrepreneurs who want to start a new or buy an existing business in the province. There is only one stream under the business category – Entrepreneur Stream

    Candidates whose applications have been successfully processed will get a temporary work permit support letter (based on your performance agreement) to set up a business in the province. 

    If the investment and job creation agreements described in the performance agreement are respected, entrepreneurs can be nominated for permanent resident status in Canada.

    Ontario Provincial Nominee Program Eligibility Criteria 

    The following tabular representation explains the eligibility criteria of different categories under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. 

    Main CategorySubcategoryEligibility Criteria

    Employer Job OfferForeign Worker Stream– Job offer in NOC A, B, or 0.
    – Relevant work experience.
    In-Demand Skills Stream– Offer employment in a specialised, marketable sector.
    – Intermediate skilled worker.

    International Students Stream– Job offer in NOC A, B, or 0.
    – Graduated from an eligible Canadian institution.
    Human CapitalMaster’s Graduate Stream– Master’s degree from a university in Ontario.
    – CLB 7 or more in French/English.
    – Must have an intention to reside and work in Ontario.
    Ph.D. Graduate Stream– PhD degree from a well-recognised university of Ontario
    – Must have an Intention to live and work in Ontario.

    Skilled Trades Stream– Valid Express Entry profile.
    – Eligible for CEC.
    – CLB 5 in French/English.

    Human Capital Priorities Stream– Valid Express Entry profile.
    – CLB 7 or more in French/English.
    – 1 year of work experience for CEC/FSWC.
    French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream– Valid Express Entry profile.
    – CLB(Canadian Language Benchmark) 7 in French or CLB 6 in English.
    – Work experience as required.
    Business CategoryEntrepreneur Stream– The minimum amount of net worth is either $800,000 (inside the Greater Toronto Area) or $400,000 (outside the LTA).
    – Investment amount per individual: $200,000 (for properties outside the Greater Toronto Area) or $600,000 (for properties inside the GTA).
    – 24 months of full-time business experience.
    – Create jobs: 1 full-time job (outside the Greater Toronto Area) or two full-time jobs (within the Greater Toronto Area).

    Documents Requirement For Ontario PNP Program

    Following is the list of documents candidate is required to submit when submitting their application for a provincial nomination through OINP’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream: 

    • NOI from Ontario
    • Identity documents
    • Status documents in Canada
    • Education documents
    • Language test results (IELTS scores)
    • Documents to support your employees in Ontario (if applicable) and your work history
    • Documents to demonstrate that you meet the settlement funds requirement
    • Resumé
    • Other optional documents (if applicable)

    How To Apply For Ontario Provincial Nominee Program? 

    The following information explains the application process for Ontario Provincial Nominee Program. 

    • Ensure The Eligibility 

    One of the first steps in the application process for OINP Canada is for the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for the Ontario PNP program. 

    • Select The Most Suitable Program 

    Under this, the candidate must select the most suitable Ontario Immigration stream that aligns with their eligibility. 

    • Send an EOI(Expression of Interest) 

    After selecting the most suitable immigration program, the candidate must send an EOI or Expression of Interest to the Ontario PNP authority to demonstrate their interest in living, working and studying in the province and how they can contribute to the province’s economy. 

    • Receive NOI(Notification on Interest) 

    Under this, if the immigration authority successfully reviews the candidate’s EOI and is impressed with their background and every detail they have provided, the immigration authority will send the candidate a NOI to initiate the further application process. 

    • Submission Of Documents 

    After getting the NOI from the authorities, the candidate will have 45 days to submit their documents to the Ontario PNP authorities for further application process. 

    • Creation Of Account 

    After that, they can create their account by visiting the official website of Ontario Immigration. The candidate is required to provide all necessary information while creating the account. 

    • Nomination From Ontario 

    After the candidate creates their profile, the Ontario PNP authorities will assess their application. If the candidate’s application aligns with the economic requirements of Ontario, they will send them the Provincial Nomination. 

    The Provincial Nomination will add upto 600 points to the candidate’s overall CRS Score, making their profile even stronger in the express entry pool. 

    • Get The ITA(Invitation To Apply) 

    After that, if the candidate gets a competitive CRS Score, they will get the ITA(invitation to apply) from the immigration authority. 

    • Submission Of Application 

    The candidate will then have 60 days to submit the completed application along with all necessary paperwork. In this, candidates must ensure that the information they provide is accurate and true because any false information can refuse their application and might restrict them from entering Canada. 

    • Wait For Confirmation 

    Now, the candidate must wait for the confirmation of their application from Ontario’s PNP authority. If their application is selected, they will receive the COPR(Confirmation of Permanent Residency). 

    Provincial Nominee Program Ontario Processing Time

    The following tabular representation explains the Provincial Nominee Program Ontario Processing Time.

    OINP StreamEstimated Processing Time
    Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Worker30 – 60 Days
    Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream60 – 90 Days
    Express Entry Skilled Trades30 – 60 Days
    Master Graduate30 – 60 Days
    Ph.D. Graduate30 – 60 Days
    Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker90 – 120 Days
    Employer Job Offer: International Student90 – 120 Days
    Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills60 – 90 Days
    Entrepreneur StreamEOI Assessment: 30 days
    Application processing time varies based on application complexity

    Provincial Nominee Program Ontario Application Cost 

    The following information explains the application cost for the Provincial Nominee Program Ontario Application Cost. 

    Main CategorySubcategoryApplication Cost
    Foreign Worker Stream$1500(if the employment offer is from outside Greater Toronto Area)
    In-Demand Skills Stream$2,000 (If the Greater Toronto Area is the location of the employment offer)

    $1500 (If the job offer is not in the Greater Toronto Area).
    International Students Stream$1500
    Human Capital

    Master’s Graduate Stream$1500
    Ph.D. Graduate Stream$1500
    Skilled Trades Stream$1500
    Human Capital Priorities Stream$1500
    French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream$1500
    Business Category

    Entrepreneur Stream$3500

    $3500 (for Business Partner)

    OINP Next Draw Prediction 2024​

    The Ontario Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) holds OINP draws every two months to select eligible candidates for immigration to Ontario. However, the government of Ontario does not publish the draw dates beforehand, making it challenging for applicants to prepare for the process. Despite this, we have managed to obtain the latest draw details for you.

    Express Entry ITAs Issued In Draws In 2024

    The following tabular representation explains the Ontario Express Entry ITAs issued in Draws in 2024.

    StreamDateITAs IssuedProfiles CreatedScore RangeDraw
    Foreign Worker StreamOctober 8, 2024885October 8, 2023 – October 8, 202448 and above
    October 8, 2024841October 8, 2023 – October 8, 202452 and above
    October 8, 20242October 8, 2023 – October 8, 2024N/A
    September 10, 202415September 10, 2023 – September 10, 2024N/A
    August 13, 2024420August 13, 2023 – August 13, 202450 and above
    August 13, 2024958August 13, 2023 – August 13, 202454 and above
    July 16, 20245July 16, 2023 – July 16, 2024N/A
    June 17, 2024106June 17, 2023 – June 17, 202439 and above
    June 11, 2024124June 11, 2023 – June 11, 202443 and above
    April 23, 2024209April 23, 2023 – April 23, 202453 and above
    April 23, 20242April 23, 2023 – April 23, 2024N/A
    March 12, 202411March 12, 2023 – March 12, 2024N/A
    January 24, 202412January 24, 2023 – January 24, 2024N/A
    January 19, 20241,654January 19, 2023 – January 19, 202450 and above
    January 9, 2024630January 9, 2023 – January 9, 202433 and above
    January 9, 2024821January 9, 2023 – January 9, 202440 and above
    International Student StreamSeptember 10, 2024806September 10, 2023 – September 10, 202467 and above
    September 10, 20241,017September 10, 2023 – September 10, 202467 and above
    July 16, 2024839July 16, 2023 – July 16, 202477 and above
    July 16, 2024424July 16, 2023 – July 16, 202481 and above
    June 17, 202484June 17, 2023 – June 17, 202460 and above
    June 11, 2024120June 11, 2023 – June 11, 202465 and above
    March 12, 20241,306March 12, 2023 – March 12, 202472 and above
    March 12, 2024649March 12, 2023 – March 12, 202466 and above
    March 12, 2024684March 12, 2023 – March 12, 202472 and above
    February 8, 20241,182February 8, 2023 – February 8, 202478 and above
    February 8, 20241,252February 8, 2023 – February 8, 202473 and above
    In-demand Skills StreamSeptember 10, 2024649September 10, 2023 – September 10, 202434 and aboveGeneral Draw
    July 16, 2024265July 16, 2023 – July 16, 202435 and aboveGeneral Draw
    Master Graduate StreamSeptember 17, 20241,249September 17, 2023 – September 17, 202453 and aboveGeneral Draw
    July 9, 20241,556July 9, 2023 – July 9, 202454 and aboveGeneral Draw
    March 19, 20241,370March 19, 2023 – March 19, 202452 and aboveGeneral Draw
    January 24, 20241,344January 24, 2023 – January 24, 202450 and aboveGeneral Draw
    PhD Graduate StreamSeptember 17, 2024194September 17, 2023 – September 17, 202445 and aboveGeneral Draw
    July 9, 2024110July 9, 2023 – July 9, 202450 and aboveGeneral Draw
    March 19, 2024104March 19, 2023 – March 19, 202442 and aboveGeneral Draw
    January 24, 2024125January 24, 2023 – January 24, 202445 and aboveGeneral Draw
    Skilled Trades StreamOctober 17, 2024 1,307October 17, 2023 – October 17, 2024405-435
    August 22, 20241,287August 22, 2023 – August 22, 2024400-435
    July 11, 20241,277July 11, 2023 – July 11, 2024408-435
    March 1, 20242,583March 1, 2023 – March 1, 2024350-424
    January 11, 20242,552January 11, 2023 – January 11, 2024350-424

    Ontario Express Entry NOI Issued In Draws In 2023

    DateITAs IssuedDate Profiles CreatedScore Range
    December 14, 20232,359 – Targeted DrawDecember 14, 2022 – December 14, 2023473-480
    November 30, 20231,052 – Targeted DrawNovember 30, 2022 – November 30, 2023404-430
    September 26, 20231,696 – Targeted draw – Health drawSeptember 26, 2022 – September 26, 2023350-462
    August 11 – 16, 20232084 – Targeted draw – Tech and HealthAugust 11, 2022 – July 8, 2023473-516
    August 16, 2023751 – Targeted draw – Tech and HealthAugust 16, 2022 – August 2, 2023473-495
    July 20, 2023902 – Targeted Tech drawJuly 20, 2022 – July 20, 2023458 – 462
    July 20, 2023159 – Targeted Health drawJuly 20, 2022 – July 20, 2023458 – 462
    July 6, 2023748 – Targeted Tech drawJuly 6, 2022 – July 6, 2023479 – 485
    May 08, 20232349 – Targeted Health DrawMay 8, 2022 – May 8, 2023427 – 482
    May 05, 20231863 – Targeted Tech DrawMay 5, 2022 – May 5, 2023475 – 482
    March 10, 2023815 – Targeted Tech DrawMarch 10, 2022 – March 10, 2023479 – 489
    March 8,9 2023822 – Targeted Health DrawMarch 8, 2022 – March 9, 2023469 – 489
    February 2, 20231,127 – (Targeted Tech Draw)February 2, 2022 – February 2, 2023481 – 489
    February 2, 2023775 – (Targeted Health Draw)February 2, 2022 – February 2, 2023476 – 489

     

    DateITAs IssuedDate Profiles CreatedScore Range
    August 3, 20232,844August 3, 2022 – August 3, 2023250-516
    May 18, 20231,694May 18, 2022 – May 18, 2023250-489
    23 March 2023746March 23, 2022 – March 23, 2023250-489
    10 February 2023466January 10, 2022 – January 10, 2023260-489
    09 February 2023510January 09, 2022 – January 09, 2023260-489
    13 January 20231,252January 13, 2022 – January 13, 2023336-506

     

    DateITAs IssuedDate Profiles CreatedScore Range
    September 21, 202363September 21, 2022 – September 21, 2023348-434
    September 7, 2023300September 7, 2022 – September 7, 2023308-434
    July 25, 202395July 25, 2022 – July 25, 2023321-374
    June 5, 2023278June 5, 2022 – June 5, 2023312-487
    June 5, 2023139June 5, 2022 – June 5, 2023348-487
    March 16, 2023271March 16, 2022 – March 16, 2023291-489
    March 16, 2023344March 16, 2022 – March 16, 2023400-489

     

    Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)​

    • What is the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)?

    Ontario PNP is a program in which potential immigrants with the skills and expertise required by the province will obtain an Ontario Provincial Nomination Certificate, allowing them to apply for permanent residence in Canada with faster processing times than other Canadian immigration programs.

    • Do I need a job offer to apply for OINP Human Capital Priorities Stream?

    No, having a job offer is not a prerequisite to apply for Ontario provincial nomination through the Human Capital Priorities stream.

    • What is the processing time for Ontario PNP applications?

    OP Processing times vary from stream to stream. Requests that require more information or additional clarification may take relatively longer to process. As of February 11, 2021, the processing time for Ontario Express Entry human capital priorities was 60 to 90 days.

    • What is Ontario PNP Tech draws?

    Ontario Tech draws new opportunities under OINP’s HCP immigration stream. The main aim of Ontario’s PNP Tech draw is to identify individuals with technological skills in the federal government’s Express Entry pool.

    • How do you apply for a Canadian PR Visa with a provincial nomination?

    Getting a PR Visa through the PNP is a two-step process.

    Step 1: A provincial nomination should be obtained from the relevant provincial/territorial government.

    Step 2: After the PNP nomination, the provincial candidate can apply to IRCC for their PR Canada.

    • Who is eligible to apply for the OINP? 

    The eligibility requirement for OINP depends on the program you are applying for. But, generally, you must have a valid job offer, work experience, and education in Ontario. 

    Additionally, you must meet the specific requirements of the stream you are applying for, like financial sufficiency and language proficiency requirements. 

    • What are the different streams under the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program? 

    The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program has three main streams, and these streams have subcategories. The streams under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program are mentioned below: 

    • Employer Job Offer Category 
      • Foreign Worker Stream
      • In-Demand Skills Stream
      • International Students Stream
    • Human Capital Category 
      • Master’s Graduate Stream
      • Ph.D. Graduate Stream
      • Skilled Trades Stream
      • Human Capital Priorities Stream
      • French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream
    • Business Category 
      • Entrepreneur Stream
    • What is the minimum score required for OINP in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)?

    Each draw has a different minimum CRS score, but generally speaking, candidates for the Human Capital Priorities Stream need to have a score between 400 and 450.

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