Ontario Issued 2,118 Invitations in Latest Tech Draw

On February 8, 2024, Ontario conducted its 2nd PNP Draw (under Human Capital Priority Stream) of 2024, extending invitations to a total of 2,118 immigrants from the Express Entry Pool. Those with active profiles under the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class were eligible to apply.

The details of the draw are as follows:

• Invitations Issued: 2,118
• CRS Score: 471–480
• Profiles created between: February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024

The list of occupations, invited is as follows:

• NOC 20012 – Computer and information systems managers
• NOC 21211 – Data Scientists
• NOC 21220 – Cybersecurity specialists
• NOC 21221 – Business systems specialists
• 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

How do I qualify for PNP in Ontario?

To be eligible for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in Ontario, you must meet a set of criteria specified by the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Here is a breakdown of the requirements:

Work Experience:

Check if you want to be assessed under the Federal Skilled Worker Program or the Canadian Experience Class.

Under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, you must:

• At least one year of continuous paid full-time work experience (or part-time equivalent) in specific occupations listed in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) within the last five years.

Under the Canadian Experience Class, you should:

• At least one year of cumulative paid full-time work experience (or part-time equivalent) in Canada within the last three years.

Both programs have specific requirements for the type and duration of work experience.

Education:

You must have a Canadian bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, PhD or degree, or equivalent from another country.

If you completed your education outside of Canada, you need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report from your nominated institution.

Language Proficiency:

You must demonstrate proficiency in English or French at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 7 or above.

You must have taken an approved language test such as IELTS (General Training) in English or TEF in French within the last two years.

Settlement Funds:

You must have enough funds to support yourself and your dependents when you settle in Canada.

This requirement can be met through various means, including bank statements, annual earnings from employment in Ontario, or a job offer in Ontario.

Intention to Live in Ontario:

You must intend to live in Ontario after being granted permanent residence.

Your ties to Ontario, such as work history, job offers, education, property ownership, and personal relationships, are considered.

Legal Status in Canada (if applicable):

If you are applying within Canada, you must have legal status at the time of application.

‘Implied status’ is accepted if you’ve applied to renew/extend your temporary status document before its expiry date.

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP):

If you choose to apply under the FSWP, you must score at least 67 on six electives including education, language skills, work experience, age, planned career Canada and adaptability