Ontario Issued 2844 Invitations in Skilled Trades Stream Draw

On August 3, 2023, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a draw inviting immigrants through the Ontario Express Entry’s Skilled Trade Stream. The draw was for profiles created in the Immigration Refugees Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) Express Entry System between August 3, 2022, and August 3, 2023.

Have a look at the Results of the Latest Ontario PNP Draw 2023:

• Stream: Skilled Trade Stream
• Invitations Issued: 2,844
• CRS Score Range: 250 – 516
• Profile Submission in-between: August 3, 2022 – August 3, 2023

List of Invited Occupations in Ontario’s Skilled Trade Stream 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 72024 – Supervisors, motor transport and other ground transit operators
• NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
• NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
• NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
• NOC 72104 – Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
• NOC 72105 – Ironworkers
• NOC 72106 – Welders and related machine operators
• NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
• NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
• NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
• NOC 72204 – Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers
• NOC 72300 – Plumbers
• NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
• NOC 72310 – Carpenters
• 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 and finishers and lathers
• NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
• NOC 73111 – Glaziers
• NOC 73112 – Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
• 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 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services

What are the Minimum Eligibility Requirements for Ontario Express Entry’s Skilled Trade Stream?

To be eligible for the Skilled Trade Stream of Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP), you must meet the following requirements:

• Work Experience: Have at least one year of cumulative paid full-time work experience (or equivalent part-time work) in specific eligible occupations within the last two years, obtained in Ontario while maintaining legal status in Canada.
• Valid Certificate or License (if applicable): If claiming work experience in a compulsory trade, you must have a valid certificate or license in Ontario at the time of application.
• Current Residence in Ontario and Legal Status in Canada: You must be living in Ontario and hold a valid work permit at the time of application. If your work permit has expired, you may still apply if you have a pending application for renewal.
• Language: Demonstrate language proficiency in English or French at a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 5 or higher by taking an approved language test.
• Settlement Funds: Have enough funds to support yourself and your dependent family members when you settle in Canada.
• Intention to Live in Ontario: Show your intention to live in Ontario after being granted permanent residence.

How to Apply for Ontario Express Entry’s Skilled Trade Stream?

Here are the steps to apply for the Skilled Trade Stream of Express Entry:

• Step 1: Confirm your eligibility for Express Entry.
• Step 2: Build a profile in IRCC’s Express Entry System.
• Step 3: If you receive a Notification of Interest (NOI) through Express Entry’s Skilled Trade Stream, submit your application within 45 calendar days from the date of receiving the NOI.
• Step 4: Pay the application fee of $1500 while submitting your application