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Ontario Express Entry Draws: Invited 4,552 Candidates in HCP and EJO Streams for Provincial Nomination

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Ontario Express Entry Draws

On February 8, 2024, Ontario announced a grand opportunity for aspiring immigrants through three distinctive draws under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Ontario Express Entry and PNP draw collectively extended invitations to 4,552 candidates under Human Capital Priorities and EJO streams.

Ontario Express Entry – HCP Stream Draw Highlights – 8 Feb 2024

In the first draw, targeting the HCP Stream, Ontario issued an impressive 2,118 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to candidates possessing expertise in TECH occupations. The draw, held on February 8, 2024, zeroed in on individuals with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score ranging between 471-480.

DateNumber of NOIs IssuedCRS Score RangeProfiles Created in IRCC Express Entry SystemNotes
February 8, 20242,118471–480February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024Targeted draw – Tech Occupations


Eligible Tech Occupations for NOIs

NOC 20012 Computer and information systems managers
NOC 21211 Data Scientists
NOC 21220 Cybersecurity specialists
NOC 21221 Business system analysts
NOC 21222 Information systems specialists
NOC 21223 Database analysts and data administrators
NOC 21230 Computer systems developers and programmers
NOC 21231 Software engineers and designers
NOC 21232 Software developers and programmers
NOC 21233 Web designers
NOC 21234 Web developers and programmers
NOC 21311 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
NOC 22220 Computer network technicians
NOC 22221 User support technicians
NOC 22222 Information systems testing technicians

OINP’s EJO- International Student Stream Draw Highlights – 8 Feb, 2024

The subsequent two draws focused on the Employer Job Offer – International Student stream, collectively issuing 2,434 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination.

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General Draw

  • Number of invitations issued: 1,182
  • Date profiles created: February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024
  • Score range: 78 and above

Targeted Draw for Health and Tech Occupations

  • Number of invitations issued: 1,252
  • Date profiles created: February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024
  • Score range: 73 and above

Eligible Occupations for ITAs

Health Occupations

  • NOC 30010 – Managers in health care to NOC 31121 – Medical radiation technologists
  • NOC 32122 – Medical sonographers to NOC 33109 – Other assisting occupations in support of health services

Tech Occupations

  • NOC 20012 – Computer and information systems managers to NOC 21234 – Web developers and programmers
  • NOC 21311 – Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) to NOC 22222 – Information systems testing technicians

For a detailed list of NOC Occupations, consider checking the official Ontario Immigration website.

Ontario Immigration Streams in 2024

Some OINP streams are “enhanced,” meaning they’re aligned with the federal Express Entry system. Candidates nominated under these streams receive an additional 600 points in their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residency.

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The OINP offers additional streams beyond the Human Capital Priorities:

  • Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams
  • Masters Graduate and Ph.D. Graduate streams
  • Entrepreneur stream

If you’re interested in immigrating to Ontario through the OINP, here’s what to do:

  • Assess your eligibility: Review the program requirements and determine which stream best suits your skills and experience.
  • Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI): Create a profile highlighting your qualifications and submit it to the OINP.
  • Wait for an invitation: If your profile aligns with the OINP’s needs, you may receive an ITA to submit a full application.

The latest Ontario Express entry and PNP draw usher in a new era of possibilities for candidates, underscoring the province’s dedication to fostering excellence in the Tech and Health sectors.

While specific dates aren’t announced, OINP draws usually occur bi-monthly. Stay informed by checking their website for updates. Take the first step and explore the possibilities today! Stay tuned for more updates on Ontario’s immigration pathways and explore the exciting possibilities that await aspiring immigrants in 2024.

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DateProvinceInvitations
November 8 Alberta285 invitations
November 8 Manitoba274 invitations
November 6 British Columbia51 invitations
November 5 British Columbia 14 invitations
October 30 Manitoba87 invitations
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