Canada’s First PNP Draw of 2024 Sees Ontario Welcoming Skilled Workers
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invitations to apply
In a significant move to boost its skilled workforce, Canada kicked off the new year with the first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on January 9, 2024. Ontario, one of Canada’s most populous provinces, took the lead by hosting the PNP draw, inviting skilled workers from around the world to contribute to its thriving economy.
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted the draw under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream. The draw targeted skilled trades occupations, aiming to address specific labor market needs in the province.
Here are the key details of the PNP draw held on January 9, 2024:
Number of Invitations Issued
Ontario has successfully executed its second draw of the year, extending a total of 2,552 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) exclusively to candidates under the Skilled Trades Stream. This draw, held on January 11, 2024, is part of the province’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled trades professionals to contribute to Ontario’s workforce.
Targeted Occupations
The draw specifically targeted skilled trades occupations, aligning with Ontario’s strategic goals to fill gaps in its workforce. Interested candidates are encouraged to refer to the OINP Program Update page for a comprehensive list of the occupations being actively sought after.
Date Profiles Created
Eligible candidates were those who had created their profiles between January 9, 2023, and the draw date, January 9, 2024.
Second Round of Invitations
In the same draw, Ontario extended an additional 821 invitations to candidates with a CRS score of 40 and above. This broader score range reflects the province’s commitment to attracting skilled individuals across various fields.
Table of Draw Details
| Date Issued | Invitations Issued | Date Profiles Created | Score Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2024 | 630 | Jan 9, 2023 – Jan 9, 2024 | 33 and above | Targeted draw for skilled trades occupations |
| January 9, 2024 | 821 | Jan 9, 2023 – Jan 9, 2024 | 40 and above | Targeted draw for health and tech occupations |
Employer Job Offer Foreign Worker stream: skilled trades, health and tech occupations invited
Skilled trades occupations
| NOC | Occupations |
|---|---|
| NOC 22212 | Drafting technologists and technicians |
| NOC 22301 | Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians |
| NOC 22302 | Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians |
| NOC 22311 | Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
| NOC 22312 | Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
| NOC 70010 | Construction managers |
| NOC 70011 | Home building and renovation managers |
| NOC 70012 | Facility operation and maintenance managers |
| 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 72100 | Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors |
| 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 72205 | Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians |
| NOC 72300 | Plumbers |
| NOC 72301 | Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system 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 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 | Glaziers |
| NOC 73112 | Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) |
| NOC 73113 | Floor covering installers |
| 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 73300 | Transport truck drivers |
| NOC 73301 | Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators |
| NOC 73400 | Heavy equipment operators |
| NOC 73402 | Drillers and blasters - surface mining, quarrying and construction |
| NOC 82031 | Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services |
| NOC 92100 | NOC Power engineers and power systems operators |
Health occupations
| NOC | Occupations |
|---|---|
| NOC 30010 | Managers in health care |
| NOC 31100 | Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine |
| NOC 31103 | Veterinarians |
| NOC 31110 | Dentists |
| NOC 31111 | Optometrists |
| NOC 31112 | Audiologists and speech-language pathologists |
| NOC 31120 | Pharmacists |
| NOC 31121 | Dietitians and nutritionists |
| NOC 21200 | Psychologists |
| NOC 31201 | Chiropractors |
| NOC 31202 | Physiotherapists |
| NOC 31203 | Occupational therapists |
| NOC 31204 | Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment |
| NOC 31209 | Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating |
| NOC 31300 | Nursing coordinators and supervisors |
| NOC 31301 | Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
| NOC 31302 | Nurse practitioners |
| NOC 31303 | Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals |
| NOC 32100 | Opticians |
| NOC 32101 | Licensed practical nurses |
| NOC 32102 | Paramedical occupations |
| NOC 32103 | Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists |
| NOC 32104 | Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians |
| NOC 32109 | Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment |
| NOC 32110 | Denturists |
| NOC 32111 | Dental hygienists and dental therapists |
| NOC 32112 | Dental technologists and technicians |
| NOC 32120 | Medical laboratory technologists |
| NOC 32121 | Medical radiation technologists |
| NOC 32122 | Medical Sonographers |
| NOC 32123 | Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists |
| NOC 32124 | Pharmacy technicians |
| NOC 32129 | Other medical technologists and technicians |
| NOC 32200 | Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists |
| NOC 32201 | Massage therapists |
| NOC 32209 | Other practitioners of natural healing |
| NOC 33100 | Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants |
| NOC 33101 | Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations |
| NOC 33102 | Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
| NOC 33103 | Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants |
| NOC 33109 | Other assisting occupations in support of health services |
Tech occupations
| NOC | Occupations |
|---|---|
| NOC 20012 | Computer and information systems managers |
| NOC 21211 | Data Scientists |
| NOC 21220 | Cybersecurity specialists |
| NOC 21221 | Business system analysts |
| 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 |
The PNP draw is a crucial part of Canada’s immigration strategy, allowing provinces to tailor their immigration policies to meet specific economic and demographic needs. Ontario’s focus on skilled trade’s occupations signals a dedication to building a diverse and robust workforce that can contribute to the province’s ongoing development.
Prospective immigrants and those considering the PNP route are advised to stay updated on program changes and targeted occupations by regularly checking the OINP Program Update page.
As Canada continues to navigate the complexities of immigration in a globalized world, PNP draws like these play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s future by attracting the best and brightest from around the globe.
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List of Provincial Nominee Program
- Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
- British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
- Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
- New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)
- Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NSPNP)
- Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)
- Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
- Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
- Quebec Skilled Workers Program (QSWP)
- Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
- Yukon Nominee Program (YNP)
