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Ontario PNP Latest Express Entry Draw: 1,307 NOIs Issued for Skilled Trades Workers
On October 17, 2024, Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) made a significant move, issuing a total of 1,307 Notifications of Interest (NOIs). The latest draw was conducted through its Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream, aimed at candidates with skilled trades experience. With a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score range between 405 and 435, this draw provides many hopeful immigrants a better chance of receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
A New Chance for Skilled Workers to Immigrate to Ontario
Ontario’s latest Express Entry draw targets those with skilled trade expertise, offering a tailored pathway for professionals in high-demand fields. For candidates eager to immigrate to Ontario, this draw emphasizes the importance of having experience in specific trades. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) consistently evaluates profiles in the federal Express Entry pool, selecting candidates who possess the necessary work experience to contribute to Ontario’s growing economy.
Ontario PNP Draw Details – 17 October 2024
The Ontario Express Entry draw held on October 17, 2024, specifically targeted skilled trades candidates with the required experience in certain National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes. Only those with a CRS score between 405 and 435 were selected, adding another layer of competition to the process.
Here are the key details of the draw:
| Date | Number of NOIs Issued | CRS Score Range | Eligible Profiles Created In IRCC’s Express Entry System |
| October 17, 2024 | 1,307 | 405-435 | October 17, 2023 – October 17, 2024 |
The CRS score requirement for this draw provides a more accessible opportunity for skilled trades workers, who may often have lower scores due to the nature of their qualifications compared to those in highly academic fields. This makes it an attractive option for candidates with solid work experience in trades who might not otherwise be competitive in other Express Entry streams.
Candidates who receive an NOI through Ontario’s Skilled Trades Stream have a unique advantage. Once they accept the invitation, they have 45 days to submit a complete application for provincial nomination. Upon approval, candidates will receive a 600-point boost to their CRS score, practically guaranteeing an invitation to apply for permanent residence in a future federal draw.
This boost elevates the CRS score of the selected candidates to a range between 1,005 and 1,035, securing their spot in upcoming Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Program draws. Such a significant increase ensures that skilled trades professionals can pursue permanent residence more confidently and begin contributing to Ontario’s workforce.
Targeted Occupations in Skilled Trades
The Ontario PNP specifically selected candidates with experience in a range of skilled trades. These trades are critical to Ontario’s infrastructure and development, addressing labor shortages in construction, manufacturing, and other industries.
To qualify, candidates must have at least six months of relevant work experience in one of the specified NOC occupations within the past year.
Here are some of the targeted NOC codes in the latest draw:
- NOC 72010 – NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping, and erecting trades, electrical trades and telecommunications, pipefitting trades, and carpentry trades;
- NOC 72020 – NOC 72022 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades, heavy equipment operator crews, supervisors, printing and related occupations;
- NOC 72100 – NOC 72105 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors, tool and die makers, sheet metal workers, boilermakers, structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters, and Ironworkers;
- NOC 72200 – NOC 72205 – Electricians (except industrial and power system), Industrial electricians, electrical power line and cable workers, and telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians;
- NOC 72300 – NOC 72302 Plumbers, Steamfitters, pipefitters, sprinkler system installers, and Gas fitters;
- NOC 72310 – NOC 72321 – Carpenters, Cabinetmakers, Bricklayers, and Insulators
- NOC 72400 – NOC 72406 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics, Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics, Railway carmen/women, Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors, and Elevator constructors and mechanics
- NOC 72410 – NOC 72423 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics, mechanical repairers, Electrical mechanics, Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, and other related mechanics, and Crane operators
- NOC 73100 – NOC 73113 – Concrete finishers, Tilesetters, Plasterers, drywall installers, finishers, and lathers, Roofers and shinglers, Glaziers, Painters and decorators (except interior decorators), and Floor covering installers
- NOC 73200 – NOC 73209 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers, General building maintenance workers and building superintendents, Pest controllers and fumigators, and other repairers and servicers
- NOC 73400 – NOC 73402 – Heavy equipment operators, Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying, and construction
- NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance, and horticulture services
How This Draw Impacts Ontario’s Skilled Trades Sector
The demand for skilled trade professionals in Ontario has been steadily increasing. With a growing economy, the province requires a robust workforce to support its development. This Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream is one way Ontario is addressing this need. By focusing on skilled trade occupations, Ontario ensures that professionals with hands-on expertise can thrive and contribute to the local economy.
In 2024 alone, the Skilled Trades Stream has issued over 9,000 NOIs, reflecting the province’s emphasis on bringing in qualified candidates who can immediately enter the workforce and help meet labor shortages across various industries. With the CRS score boost from the provincial nomination, these candidates now have an excellent opportunity to achieve their goal of becoming permanent residents in Canada.
For skilled workers considering their immigration options, Ontario’s Express Entry draws present a promising opportunity to secure a future in one of Canada’s most dynamic provinces. Stay updated with the latest Ontario PNP draws and immigration news to ensure you don’t miss your chance to be part of these vital initiatives.
