Ontario Invites 1,269 Healthcare Professionals in Latest Express Entry Draw

Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) has once again provided a fantastic opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking to settle in Canada. On September 12, 2024, the province invited 1,269 skilled workers from various healthcare occupations through its Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream, offering a clear pathway to permanent residency in Ontario. Let’s dive into the key details of the draw and what it means for those looking to immigrate to Ontario.

Key Highlights of the Ontario Express Entry Draw

The recent Express Entry draw by Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program focused specifically on healthcare professionals. Here are the key details:

To qualify for this draw, candidates needed:

• A valid Express Entry profile created between September 12, 2023, and September 12, 2024.
• A CRS score ranging from 414 to 444.
• Work experience in one of the 43 healthcare-related occupations listed by Ontario.

Ontario’s Focus on Healthcare Occupations

Ontario’s healthcare sector is one of the province’s most critical industries, and this draw specifically targeted professionals with expertise in healthcare. The occupations invited cover a broad range of medical roles, ensuring that Ontario’s healthcare system continues to attract top talent.

Here’s a breakdown of the healthcare professions targeted in this draw:

• Managers in Health Care, Physicians, and Surgeons (NOC 30010 – NOC 31103)
  
  
• Dentists, Pharmacists, Dietitians, and Optometrists (NOC 31110 – NOC 31121)
  
  
• Therapists and Other Health Professionals (NOC 31200 – NOC 31209)
  
  
• Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Allied Health (NOC 31300 – NOC 31303)
  
  
• Technologists, Sonographers, and Other Medical Technicians (NOC 32100 – NOC 32129)
  
  
• Natural Healing Practitioners (NOC 32200 – NOC 32209)
  
  
• Healthcare Support Roles (NOC 33100 – NOC 33109)
  
  

Those who received an invitation in this draw have 45 days to submit their application for Ontario’s provincial nomination. Successfully nominated candidates will receive an additional 600 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, significantly boosting their chances of being invited to apply for permanent residency through the federal Express Entry system.

Understanding Ontario’s Human Capital Priorities Stream

The Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream is one of the key pathways under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) designed to attract skilled workers to the province. This stream is linked to the federal Express Entry system, allowing Ontario to select candidates based on the province’s specific economic needs.

If you have been invited, this is your chance to take the next steps toward building a successful career in one of Canada’s most vibrant provinces. Be sure to submit your application on time and prepare thoroughly to maximize your chances of permanent residency.