On January 11, Ontario conducted an Express Entry draw under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), issuing 2,552 invitations for Canadian immigration. These invitations were extended to candidates in 49 occupations, each scoring between 350 and 424 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points.
Occupations Targeted in the Draw
NOC 72010 – Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
NOC 72011 – Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades, and telecommunications occupations
NOC 72012 – Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
NOC 72014 – Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers, and servicers
NOC 72020 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
NOC 72021 – Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
NOC 72022 – Supervisors, printing, and related occupations
NOC 72100 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
NOC 72104 – Structural metal and plate work fabricators and fitters
NOC 72105 – Ironworkers
NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
NOC 72205 – Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
NOC 72300 – Plumbers
NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters, and sprinkler system installers
NOC 72302 – Gas fitters
NOC 72310 – Carpenters
NOC 72311 – Cabinetmakers
NOC 72320 – Bricklayers
NOC 72321 – Insulators
NOC 72400 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
NOC 72401 – Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
NOC 72402 – Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics
NOC 72403 – Railway carmen/women
NOC 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
NOC 72406 – Elevator constructors and mechanics
NOC 72410 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics, and mechanical repairers
NOC 72422 – Electrical Mechanics
NOC 72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, and other related mechanics
NOC 72500 – Crane operators
NOC 73100 – Concrete finishers
NOC 73101 – Tilesetters
NOC 73102 – Plasterers, drywall installers finishers, and lathers
NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
NOC 73111 – Glaziers
NOC 73112 – Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
NOC 73113 – Floor covering installers
NOC 73200 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers
NOC 73201 – General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
NOC 73202 – Pest controllers and fumigators
NOC 73209 – Other repairers and servicers
NOC 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
NOC 73402 – Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying and construction
NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance, and horticulture services
Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream Overview
The Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream, focusing on skilled trades workers in construction and agriculture, requires applicants to have:
- Active profile under the Federal Express Entry system.
- At least 12 months of full-time paid work experience in Ontario within the last two years in specific NOC groups.
- Proof of Ontario license or certification if required by the occupation.
- A valid work permit and residency in Ontario during the application.
- Minimum language proficiency (CLB/NCLC level 5 or above) in English or French.
- Proof of required settlement funds.
This draw underscores Ontario’s commitment to addressing labor market needs by welcoming skilled tradespersons and contributing to economic development through strategic immigration.
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