The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held an Express Entry draw today, issuing 1,307 invitations for provincial nominations under the Skilled Trades Stream.
Candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores between 405 and 435, and experience in one of 47 specified skilled trades (NOC codes), were invited in this round.
This draw considered Express Entry profiles created between October 17, 2023, and October 17, 2024, that met the eligibility criteria.
Notably, the CRS threshold range has narrowed since the last Skilled Trades Stream draw. The lower limit has risen by 5 points from 400 to 405, while the upper limit stayed at 435.
In the latest federal Express Entry draw for 10 specific trade occupations, OINP generally sets the upper limit of the CRS score.
However, candidates with experience in the remaining 35–37 trades have voiced concerns about being excluded from both OINP and federal Express Entry draws.
Those who receive an invitation now have 45 days to submit a complete application for provincial nomination consideration.
Upon accepting the OINP invitation, candidates will receive a 600-point boost to their Express Entry profile, significantly improving their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
The CRS scores of invited candidates will increase to a range of 1,005 to 1,035, guaranteeing their inclusion in future PNP or all-program Express Entry draws.
A separate OINP profile is not required for the Skilled Trades Stream; eligible candidates must simply have experience in one of the specified trades for this draw.
OINP routinely reviews the Express Entry pool managed by IRCC to identify profiles that align with Ontario’s Express Entry streams.
Complete list of occupations eligible for today’s OINP Express Entry Draw:
NOC 72010: Contractors and supervisors in machining, metal forming, shaping, and related trades
NOC 72011: Contractors and supervisors in electrical trades and telecommunications
NOC 72012: Contractors and supervisors in pipefitting trades
NOC 72013: Contractors and supervisors in carpentry trades
NOC 72020: Contractors and supervisors in mechanic trades
NOC 72021: Contractors and supervisors of heavy equipment operator crews
NOC 72022: Supervisors in printing and related occupations
NOC 72100: Machinists and machining/tooling inspectors
NOC 72101: Tool and die makers
NOC 72102: Sheet metal workers
NOC 72103: Boilermakers
NOC 72104: Structural metal fabricators and fitters
NOC 72105: Ironworkers
NOC 72200: Electricians (excluding industrial and power system)
NOC 72201: Industrial electricians
NOC 72203: Electrical power line and cable workers
NOC 72205: Telecommunications equipment technicians
NOC 72300: Plumbers
NOC 72301: Steamfitters, pipefitters, and sprinkler installers
NOC 72302: Gas fitters
NOC 72310: Carpenters
NOC 72311: Cabinetmakers
NOC 72320: Bricklayers
NOC 72321: Insulators
NOC 72400: Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
NOC 72402: Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics
NOC 72403: Railway car mechanics
NOC 72404: Aircraft mechanics and inspectors
NOC 72406: Elevator constructors and mechanics
NOC 72410: Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics
NOC 72422: Electrical mechanics
NOC 72423: Motorcycle, ATV, and related mechanics
NOC 72500: Crane operators
NOC 73100: Concrete finishers
NOC 73101: Tilesetters
NOC 73102: Plasterers, drywall installers, and finishers
NOC 73110: Roofers and shinglers
NOC 73111: Glaziers
NOC 73112: Painters and decorators (excluding interior)
NOC 73113: Floor covering installers
NOC 73200: Residential and commercial installers and servicers
NOC 73201: General building maintenance workers and superintendents
NOC 73202: Pest controllers and fumigators
NOC 73209: Other repairers and servicers
NOC 73400: Heavy equipment operators
NOC 73402: Drillers and blasters (surface mining, quarrying, construction)
NOC 82031: Contractors and supervisors in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and horticulture services
OINP Skilled Trades Stream Draws in 2024
In 2024, the OINP Express Entry Skilled Trades stream has issued 9,006 invitations across five rounds, surpassing the 7,512 invitations issued in 2023.
