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Ontario Reopens Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream

February 21, 2017 by CIC News

A family looks at the Toronto skyline at night, across Lake OntarioCanada’s most popular destination province for new immigrants, Ontario, has reopened its Human Capital Priorities immigration stream as of February 21, 2017. This stream, part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), is only used to select candidates in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) Express Entry pool.

The stream was last open in early 2016, before the government of Ontario placed a temporary pause on several of its immigration streams, including the Human Capital Priorities Stream, on May 9 2016.

Selected Express Entry candidates may benefit significantly from this stream re-opening, as a nomination from the OINP through the Human Capital Priorities Stream results in an Express Entry candidate receiving an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. That candidate is then placed at the front of the line for selection by the government of Canada in a subsequent draw from the Express Entry pool.

Candidates identified by the OINP receive a Notification of Interest (NOI), which serves as an invitation to the candidate to apply to the OINP under this stream. Selected candidates have only 14 days to apply to the OINP once the NOI has been issued. Successful applicants receive an enhanced provincial nomination certificate, which may then be added to their Express Entry profile in order to receive the additional 600 CRS points.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates may not apply directly. Instead, they must first receive a Notification of Interest (NOI) from the OINP, which accesses the Express Entry pool and identifies potential candidates who:

  • Have a minimum score of 400 under the CRS, and,
  • Meet other criteria of the stream (see below).

To be considered for selection by Ontario under this stream, Express Entry candidates must be eligible under either the Federal Skilled Worker Class or the Canadian Experience Class; Federal Skilled Trades Class candidates are not considered.

Candidates under the Federal Skilled Worker Class must have at least one year of work experience within the past five years. Meanwhile, Canadian Experience Class candidates must have one year of work experience within the past three years.

In addition, only those candidates who have indicated an interest in residing in Ontario (either by selecting Ontario or “all provinces and territories” in the relevant section in the Express Entry profile) are considered.

Candidates are required to be educated at Bachelor’s Degree level or higher, and have proven language ability in English or French at the adequate-intermediate (Canadian Language Benchmark 7) level or above. They must also be able to show settlement funds, to show that they are able to support themselves and their family members, if applicable, upon arrival in the province.

“It has been around a year since Ontario last issued Notifications of Interest under this stream. Consequently, many Express Entry candidates who only began their interest in immigrating to Canada around that time or since may not be familiar with this stream,” says Attorney David Cohen.

“It is important to note that this is a unique immigration stream, in that it is passive and has what might seem to many as a unique set of eligibility criteria. More important, however, is to note that this is an opportunity that is only available to those individuals who take the step to create an Express Entry profile in the first place.”

To learn more about your Canadian immigration options through the OINP, as well as other Canadian immigration programs, please fill out a free online assessment today.

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  1. khider says

    February 21, 2017

    How to start immigration procedures

    Reply
  2. Md.Rubel Rana says

    February 22, 2017

    Nice

    Reply
  3. Nasratullah rahimi says

    February 22, 2017

    Hello my name is nasratullah rahimi from afghanistan . sir i hava alot hop to came to canada , i am grauted from school , and i am hardworker , please sir help i have a dream to make my live .

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    February 22, 2017

    Has the Human capital program started sending out PT notifications? I have an express entry profile with all required criteria met for Ontario PNP but I havent received any notification. Hence asking

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      They do it by draw the applications in month order, filtering the first top CRS point holders.
      If you will not get ITA on this draw, you will be considering in coming one.

      Reply
      • Rafi says

        February 26, 2017

        Seems like its not the top crs points.. many people who got just 400-405 points got noi.. and people who created profiles just a week ago are being selected instead of people eagerly waiting for months for OINP to open.

        Reply
  5. Jignesh says

    February 22, 2017

    I like you Canada
    I love Canada

    Reply
  6. Amal chithra says

    February 22, 2017

    Please send more details on express entry immigration

    Reply
  7. Tulika says

    February 22, 2017

    By when candidates can start expecting to receive the invite.

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      They do it by draw the applications in month order, filtering the first top CRS point holders.
      If you will not get ITA on this draw, you will be considering in coming one.

      Reply
  8. Dolapo Emmanuel says

    February 22, 2017

    Am interested in the Canadian immigration opportunity

    Reply
    • Faraz says

      March 18, 2017

      How to apply guide me

      Reply
  9. tarun bhagchandani says

    February 22, 2017

    Looking forward for the Canadian ontario visa

    Reply
  10. amour says

    February 22, 2017

    Nice

    Reply
  11. Juan Pablo palma Pérez says

    February 22, 2017

    I Cook and fhather and son rrestaurat for 20 yaer here in Chicago I want Travel for Canada for work there and there retaurat o at factory

    Reply
  12. Hakizimana René says

    February 22, 2017

    I have finished to fill. So how to see the points u give us?or if we have to pay, how ?so i love canada

    Reply
  13. Mark Ed B.Marquez says

    February 22, 2017

    I am waiter in Riyadh how can i apply in your program

    Reply
  14. ivonkalonji says

    February 22, 2017

    Je suis candidat à l’immigration.

    Reply
  15. Vishal says

    February 22, 2017

    I am a dentist bds with approx 12 yr experience my age 36
    My wife is lecturer in MBA college teaching MBA students having 5 yr experience her age 31
    Can we apply
    Both have 6 ielts band

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      Yes, You can apply immediately. Please don’t think late. You have a good chance to be migrated in couple of months.

      Reply
    • Rafi says

      February 26, 2017

      Improve ur ielts and make ur wife primary applicant as she has masters.

      Reply
  16. Sandy says

    February 22, 2017

    On what basis will they filter candidates for the ONIP because between 400-450 there will be around 15000 eligible people. I have a CRS of 410 and work experience of 4 years,NOCA. Do I have a chance to get an invite?

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      Yes. They do it by draw the applications in month order, filtering the first top CRS point holders.
      If you will not get ITA on this draw, you will be considering in coming one.

      Reply
  17. Mohammad Shir says

    February 22, 2017

    I like Canada, I like Canadian culture and history, I respect kind people of Canada

    Reply
  18. Patient Rubandangabo says

    February 22, 2017

    I’m very interested to immigrate to Ontario with my family, i’m maried with a beautiful baby girl.
    i’m waiting foward for your response.

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      Please study the requirements for the migration through Express Entry to Canada on the blow link and prepare your document checklist.

      http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/index.asp

      Reply
  19. Busari babatunde olalekan says

    February 22, 2017

    Hi sir,how am I going to apply for OINP express entry am interested,can u please give me the site or email to apply.Thanks

    Reply
  20. TropicstoRockies says

    February 22, 2017

    With Ontario being the province where Toronto is located, targeting it as a destination for immigrants would be a wise decision since Toronto should have the most jobs and a more robust economy vs. other Canadian cities.

    Our journey to Canada: https://tropicstorockies.wordpress.com/

    Reply
  21. Abiola Moshood says

    February 22, 2017

    I like to stay in Canada

    Reply
  22. Jones Raymond says

    February 22, 2017

    I have always want to live and work in Canada with NY family but I don’t know how to achieve this.

    Reply
  23. Viralraval says

    February 22, 2017

    Me And my wife both want to migratte even we both are talking ielts calless at winny vinegar..and both r going to retailers exam within month

    Reply
  24. charisse kristine h. lu says

    February 22, 2017

    good evening, i just want to inquire if i can apply for this..i only got 370 points and if i qualify from the second criteria.? pls reply..thanks

    Reply
    • Rafi says

      February 26, 2017

      No u cannot. But u can consider other provinces.

      Reply
  25. Lakhbir singh says

    February 22, 2017

    Hi I am chef .I got 25 year experience. I can apply for this.so please explain me how I apply. Thanks

    Reply
  26. Chintan Parmar says

    February 22, 2017

    I haven’t gotten NOI yet since I am eligible for this category. Should I recreat my express entry profile?

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      Yes. They do it by draw the applications in month order, filtering the first top CRS point holders.
      If you will not get ITA on this draw, you will be considering in coming one.

      Reply
      • Gaurav Sawhney says

        February 24, 2017

        Thanks for the clarification. The month order, will they use the oldest (eg. Sep 2016) or the applications which are newest Jan 2017 ?

        Reply
  27. LUKONDHA GODFREY says

    February 22, 2017

    This is an amazing opportunity, I am looking forward to an attempt. An opportunity given to me will be highly appreciated.
    Lukondha Godfrey
    Rights Activist
    Mental Health Community Initiative
    Uganda

    Reply
  28. rajankoirala says

    February 22, 2017

    Its good.

    Reply
  29. Addo Grace says

    February 22, 2017

    I Grace from Ghana l have a diploma in education and a degree in education as well.l have taught for eight years and still at post .l would like to know how much you charge for the application.

    Reply
  30. Sipasi Omotayo says

    February 22, 2017

    I LOVE Canada, God bless Canada!

    Reply
  31. Ashu bhola says

    February 22, 2017

    Useful information

    Reply
  32. Eufrocino Flores says

    February 22, 2017

    I’m 60 years old and my wife is 56. We are both highly skilled and well experienced caregivers. We have a son and his family living in Brampton, ON.

    Reply
    • Israr Ahmed says

      February 23, 2017

      Do you need any IT Skill Worker for your business?

      Reply
  33. Muhammad Ilyas says

    February 22, 2017

    I am a heavy duty driver and I have a transport supervisor experience. Please give me idea how I can get permanent residence for Canada. Thanks /Regards Muhammad Ilyas

    Reply
  34. Osuji Omobolanle Elizabeth says

    February 22, 2017

    More details please

    Reply
  35. Tibebesilasse jemberu says

    February 22, 2017

    This is a good news for people lead thier life under so many challenges,especially under war,cnflict,unrest…thank you so much.

    Reply
  36. Berrissoul Boubaker says

    February 22, 2017

    I love you Canada

    Reply
  37. Adedeji moses olumide says

    February 22, 2017

    I love canada with their programme and the opportunity they offered.
    I can’t wait to become canadian citizen soon and ontario is gonna be my sweet dream and home

    Reply
  38. malik khalid says

    February 22, 2017

    Dear Sir or madam
    I want visit for Canada

    Reply
  39. Tony. says

    February 23, 2017

    I I have 10 years experience of Italian food and pizza i live in newJersey, and I will love to go to canada.

    Reply
  40. Vanessa says

    February 23, 2017

    Hi! Im undocumented immigrant in United States as well as my family.My husband works as a caregiver for 5 years and muself for 3 years. We are looking for a better future for our kids and we think we can’t have it here under Pres.Donald Trump.I was a teacher and my husband was a business manager before we left Philippines. I HOPE and I pray that you can help us to have a better future not for me but our kids. Please let me know how to process and if we can have a chance to have a peaceful life in your country. We are so tired of the fear that we are facing now. THANK YOU

    Reply
  41. Donna says

    February 23, 2017

    I f***ing love Canada!!!

    Reply
  42. Lucia says

    February 23, 2017

    Thank you so much for this complete info…..Godbless

    Reply
  43. Abdulazeez Omeiza says

    February 23, 2017

    My name is Abdullah Abdulazeez Omeiza, a Nigerian, a graduate of a polytechnic with almost 15years working career I the fields of, finance, accounting, Office/organization admin, project management, cooperative society management, and information management. I hope to be considered for the Great Ontario city Immigration express entry. Am also equipped with know-how in etraprenuer development, business development and experimental marketing. Wish you hear from you soin

    Reply
  44. Karan says

    February 23, 2017

    Hi,

    I am from Delhi, India have applied for Canada PR through ‘Express Entry Program’ since 2015 but till date didnt get any ‘NOI’ . I have more than 6 years of experience in marketing & business development and my ielts overall band score is 6.5 : Listening 6.5, Reading 7.0 , Writing 6.0 , Speaking 6.5. My age at present is 30. I am qualified in MBA(2 Years), BBA (3 Years). And my wife experience is of 4 years in market research field and with same qualification and same age . And i am the main applicant.

    I request the concerned authority to please take care of the matter.

    Regards

    Reply
  45. cynthia says

    February 23, 2017

    Im from zambia and would want to come to canada to work as a health care provider…how do i start the process of immigration

    Reply
  46. Salvatore Coniglio says

    February 23, 2017

    Good morning
    Mr.Attorney David Cohen.
    I’m a chef de cuisine Italian, several times I tried to have the right information for a possible work visa in Canada but did not have correct information, accurate that I found a job in ontario Niagara on the lake, please can you help me tell if I have a chance to have my visa, considering that my age is 55 years. Greetings,,
    Salvatore,Coniglio

    Reply
  47. Fasasi ismail Oludayo says

    February 23, 2017

    Good

    Reply
  48. KARSSAOUI SALAH says

    February 23, 2017

    Bonjour
    Je veux faire les démarches du Entrée Express.
    Je veux savoir les conditions d’éligibilité.

    Reply
  49. Ousman sawaneh says

    February 23, 2017

    I vow for that God blessing land, and it is my dream country, and I believed that life will be pleased with me there

    Reply
  50. All Salman says

    February 23, 2017

    I have 400 CRS exactly and meet all the requirements for Ontario .Is there any possibility for Ontario invite?if yes then how long it will going to take?

    Reply
  51. Kelly Osaigbovo Obasogie says

    February 23, 2017

    Please sir i would like to know how to apply for the draw. Thanks

    Reply
  52. Tawose Adebola says

    February 23, 2017

    I am interested I need more clearance

    Reply
  53. Micky says

    February 24, 2017

    I dont get it. 90% of new immigrants vwill go to Toronto or Ontario in general. Why is there a separate provincial nominee program for Ontario?? Someone tell me!

    Ontario will end up overpopulated in the next 5-10 years if this continues. They should focus on provinces with a much smaller population like NB PEI AB Vancouver etc.

    Reply
  54. mwanga says

    February 24, 2017

    Bonjour, comment faire pour m’immigrer au canada je suis en Republique democratique du congo.

    Reply
  55. Abdulmlik says

    February 24, 2017

    I am general physician and also good cooking for many years

    Reply
  56. Elois keta says

    February 24, 2017

    Comment peux-je commencer le proces?

    Reply
  57. Rubens Mattos says

    February 24, 2017

    Hello my name is Rubens Mattos, 47yo, married with 2 children 5 and 3.
    Im a minister of religious since 1995 , I have a bachellor degree in religious science, I lived for 6 gears in USA and another 6y in the United Kingdon, my level of english is advanced+ , I worked as an english teacher for many years here in Brazil, what are our chance to immigrate to Canada?

    Reply
  58. Oyalade Israel says

    February 24, 2017

    Hey, pls how can I apply for the express entry profile. Am very interested

    Reply
  59. Osayimwen .G. Ohenhen says

    February 24, 2017

    Hmmmm! It is really appetizing! And I just hope am next in line for this miraculous opportunity. I know it will happen someday.
    Thank you Attorney David Cohen sir.

    Reply
  60. said farid shah says

    February 26, 2017

    hi dear !

    my name is said farid shah ,I am graduated from university and I am 27 years old .I want to go to Canada how I can find Canada visa ? pleas gave me information .

    Reply
  61. Ritesh Singh says

    February 26, 2017

    Hi,

    I have completed mine and my wife’s ECA done.. And result is 4 years Graduation for both…

    I have also given IELTS and got my results yesterday only.. And the result is L-8, R-7, W-7 & S-7….

    I have my blood relation (Uncle) staying in Ontario, Toronto… And i have all the revelant documents to show my blood relationship…

    Do I stand a good chance for getting selected in OINP

    Reply
  62. Sherzod says

    February 26, 2017

    How can I to immagrate to Canada

    Reply
  63. Saara says

    February 26, 2017

    how can we get work permit from canada…?

    Reply
  64. nsungani boka eduardo says

    February 26, 2017

    What I can do to start a procedure?

    Reply
  65. Franzgarcia says

    February 26, 2017

    Im working in the cruiseline here in the USA for 4years and i want to be immigrant of Canada, how can i apply express entry and what are the requirements?

    Reply
  66. Bhargav says

    February 27, 2017

    Could you provide me fees structure for oinp?

    Reply
  67. Abdur Rasheed Shirazi says

    February 27, 2017

    My Name is Rasheed Shirazi and have 17 years of top management experience and my age is 41 facing security problems also.

    Need to understand step forward.

    Reply
  68. olawale oluwatosin says

    February 27, 2017

    Am olawale oluwatosin i study fabrication and welding in school i dream to come to canada please help me

    Reply
  69. Md Raihan Ali says

    March 6, 2017

    Dear sir,
    Long time I am connected with you. My question is that if I come to Canada by the any how and do you have any option from your side to get help ?
    If I come and apply under refugee or asylum or what ever you like to proceed .
    At present where is your location.
    Toronto, Montreal, or Ontario?
    I need to know from you about this.
    Thanks
    Raihan

    Reply
  70. ayoub haroon says

    March 11, 2017

    plz tell me how i come to canada i.m sudani living in dubai 4 years my dream to is canada

    Reply
  71. Ashenafi Zewdie says

    March 13, 2017

    My name is Ashenafi I am Ethiopian I have diploma in advanced electricity technician and bsc digree in computer since current ly I am working Ethiopian air port as electrical and electromechanical technician I has been working the past 10 years so I like to aplly hib in Ca I like to live and work in ca

    Reply
  72. Kokoutse DODZEAVUDZI says

    March 14, 2017

    Je vous remercie. Jaimerais connaître les procédures à suivre pour être éligible au programme. Je suis vraiment intéressé.

    Reply
  73. Sanchita says

    March 17, 2017

    My crs score is 407 my profile in pool from 1st April 2016 why I am not getting nomination from Ontario.

    Reply
  74. Anonymous says

    May 24, 2017

    I am 42yrs old, a 3rd class graduate of philosophy since 2004 & program in computer appreciation, a senior member of chartered institute of public diplomacy & management in Nigeria, which can I apply?

    Reply
  75. Evan Gotte says

    June 30, 2017

    HI.
    I’ve received a Notification of Interest (NOI), but I have less than 400 CRS points. However I meet all the other criteria. Is it still worth doing the application, as the fee is CAN$1500, non refundable!

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Jean says

      July 3, 2017

      I am in the same situation, what did you do?

      Reply
  76. barbie says

    July 3, 2017

    Hi,

    i got a nomination under Ontario’s PNP last week. My concern is that in my express entry profile my status is still single but I am getting married this coming August to my fiance of 7 years.
    Can I sponsor my soon to be husband as well?

    Reply
    • Olalekan Adelodun says

      July 4, 2017

      Hi Barbie,

      Please I would like to find out how long it took you to get ITA through Ontario Human Capital Priority scheme.

      Awaits your response

      Reply

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