Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
Ontario is the most favoured province among new immigrants coming to Canada. The bustling province hosts Ottawa – the national capital city and Toronto – the economic hub of Canada. Home to a metropolitan environment, the province has its fair share of natural beauty and features serene lakes, many national parks and indigenous fauna.
Benefits of Settling in Ontario:
Ontario is a top destination for immigrants in Canada owing to the following factors:
- Government Funded Healthcare
- Culturally Diverse Societies
- One of the World’s Best Places to Live
- Great Quality of Life
- Range of Housing Options
- Reliable & Efficient Public Transport
- Immigrant-Favouring Job Market
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program targets foreign nationals who wish to settle in Ontario. The program favours skilled workers, workers in sectors with labour shortages, investors, and entrepreneurs.
- Ontario Human Capital
- Ontario Employer Job Offer
- Ontario Business
Ontario Human Capital
The Ontario Human Capital is for foreign nationals with the right skills, abilities, or experience favouring the Ontario labour force. Candidates with Ontario’s work or educational experience, proficiency in English and French, and competitive Express Entry profiles may find success through one of the below-listed streams.
- Human Capital Priorities – Express Entry
- French-Speaking Skilled Worker – Express Entry
- Skilled Trades – Express Entry
- Masters Graduate
- PhD Graduate
Ontario Points Calculator 2024
| Criteria | Max points |
|---|---|
|
Age |
12 |
|
Language Skills |
28 |
|
Education |
25 |
|
Work Experience |
15 |
|
Arranged Employment in Canada |
10 |
|
Adaptability Factors |
10 |
IELTS requirements for Ontario PNP
To be eligible for the Provincial Nominee Program of Ontario, the applicant must demonstrate English or French language skills. However, there is a different language for each program and an applicant must meet the following minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) requirements:
- In-Demand Skills Stream - CLB 4
- Masters Graduate Stream - CLB 7
- French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream - CLB 7
- Human Capital Priorities Stream - CLB 7
- Skilled Trades Stream - CLB 5
| Category | Job offer required? | Currently accepting applications? | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Skilled Worker |
Yes (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, 3) |
Yes |
Minimum of 2 years of work experience as a skilled professional
|
|
Healthcare Professional |
Yes |
Yes |
Minimum of 2 years of work experience as physicians, nurses, psychiatric nurses, or allied health professionals
|
|
International Graduate |
Yes |
Yes |
Graduated from an eligible university or college within the last three years
|
|
International Post-Graduate |
Yes |
Yes |
Holds a Master’s or PhD from a B.C. university in natural, applied, or health sciences programs of study
|
|
Entry-level and Semi-skilled worker |
Yes |
Yes |
Work experience in tourism, food processing, or long-haul trucking, or residing and working in the Northeast
|
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Required Documents for the Ontario PNP Visa Application
The specific documents required for applying to the Ontario PNP may vary depending on the immigration program you are applying for. However, certain fundamental documents are universally essential:
- Identity proof
- Valid passport
- Proof of funds
- Settlement plan
- Investment funds (if applicable)
- Job offer (if applicable)
- Language proficiency results
- Medical examination reports
- Police clearance certificate
| Eligibility Criteria Factors | Max points |
|---|---|
|
Economic Factors – 110 Points
|
|
|
Skill Level of the B.C. Job Offer |
50 |
|
Wage of the B.C. Job Offer |
50 |
|
Regional District of Employment |
10 |
|
Human Capital Factors – 80 Points
|
|
|
Directly Related Work Experience |
25 |
|
Highest Level of Education |
25 |
|
Language |
30 |
|
Grand total |
190 |
How to Apply for the Ontario PNP?
To initiate your application for the Ontario PNP, you have several options to choose from. There are two pathways available:
What is the processing time of the Provincial Nominee Program of Ontario?
The applications filed online under PNP are generally processed within six months by IRCC. Most of the streams under the Ontario provincial Nominee program have a minimum application processing time of 60-90 days.
- Valid passport
- Employment offer with an official letterhead
- Language proficiency results
- Birth certificate
- Civil identity proof
- Proof of funds
- Police certificate clearance
- Necessary travel documents
- Proof of legal status
How to secure Canada PR Visa through OINP?
Applicants who qualify for any of the streams must apply under the category. After receiving a nomination from the province, the applicant has 30 days to accept the same. A candidate gets an additional 600 points as per the CRS after receiving a provincial nomination and gets placed at a higher score level. This increases the chances of getting picked from the pool in the upcoming draws.
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