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Ontario’s Record-Breaking Express Entry Draw Invitations to 2,359 Profiles
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held the latest Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 2,359 candidates to claim provincial nominations. This draw, executed under the Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCP), specifically targeted Express Entry profiles with expertise in 15 tech occupations.
Key Highlights of the OINP Express Entry Draw
- Invitations Issued: 2,359
- Stream: Human Capital Priorities (HCP)
- CRS Score Range: 473 to 480
This draw not only set a record for the highest number of invitations ever issued in a single OINP HCP draw but also stands as the second-highest overall in the 2023 series of OINP Express Entry draws.
Targeted Tech Occupations
The draw exclusively sought candidates with experience in the following tech occupations:
- Computer and information systems managers (NOC 20012)
- Data Scientists (NOC 21211)
- Cybersecurity specialists (NOC 21220)
- Business system analysts (NOC 21221)
- Information systems specialists (NOC 21222)
- Database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223)
- Computer systems developers and programmers (NOC 21230)
- Software engineers and designers (NOC 21231)
- Software developers and programmers (NOC 21232)
- Web designers (NOC 21233)
- Web developers and programmers (NOC 21234)
- Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311)
- Computer network technicians (NOC 22220)
- User support technicians (NOC 22221)
- Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222)
Strategic Reference from Recent IRCC Draw
In a strategic move, the OINP took cues from the latest IRCC Express Entry draw, directly inviting profiles with expertise in 24 STEM occupations with a CRS score of 481. Leveraging this, the OINP extended invitations to candidates with lower CRS scores, showcasing a nuanced approach to selection.
OINP Draw’s Yearlong Inclusivity for Candidates
Express Entry profiles meeting criteria and created between December 14, 2022, and December 14, 2023, were considered for today’s OINP draw. This inclusive timeframe ensures diversity, capturing eligible candidates who entered the Express Entry pool over the past year. The OINP’s strategic timeline fosters inclusivity in the provincial nomination process.
Summary of Ontario Express Entry Draws 2023
| Stream | Invitations | CRS Score Range |
| Human Capital Priorities stream | 17,502 | 350–516 |
| French-Speaking Skilled Worker stream | 1,490 | 250–516 |
| Skilled Trades stream | 7,512 | 291–489 |
Candidates receiving invitations in this draw have 45 days to submit a complete application, acknowledging the provincial nominations. Upon obtaining an OINP nomination, candidates secure an additional 600 points, significantly boosting their CRS score to a range between 1,073 and 1,080, virtually guaranteeing their selection in the next Express Entry draw. Stay tuned for more updates as Ontario continues to open doors for skilled immigrants, contributing to its vibrant and diverse workforce.
