Express Entry Draw: Canada Invited 1,052 Healthcare Professionals on November 30, 2023

In the most recent draw for the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Express Entry, which took place on November 30, a total of 1,052 invitations were issued. These invitations were extended to individuals to apply for provincial nominations.

This draw from the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) specifically targeted candidates in the Express Entry pool. It marks a significant event as the previous draw took place over two months ago on September 26, 2023.

OINP Express Entry Draw Focused on Healthcare Professionals

In today’s OINP draw, Express Entry profiles showcasing expertise in one of 42 healthcare-related occupations are eligible under the Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCP).

Lowest CRS Score for OINP Express Entry Draw

Candidates who possess a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score falling between 404 and 430 are in the position to receive invitations. These invitations are extended for the purpose of pursuing provincial nominations from Ontario.

Since October 26, there has been no Express Entry draw conducted by IRCC. The last draw on October 26, which focused on healthcare, invited 3,600 candidates with a CRS score of 431 or higher.

Considering that candidates with scores above 430 may receive direct invitations from IRCC, OINP used the October 26 draw as a benchmark and extended invitations to candidates below that threshold.

While the drought in Express Entry draws by IRCC persists, OINP has taken the initiative to conduct a draw specifically targeting Express Entry profiles.

Candidates Have 45 Days to Respond

Individuals who receive invitations in today’s draw will be required to respond within 45 days by submitting a comprehensive application to accept provincial nominations.

Upon OINP approval, these selected Express Entry profiles will benefit from an additional 600 points, elevating their Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score to a range of 1,004 to 1,030.

List of Invited Occupations in OINP Draw

The list of invited occupations comprises a diverse range, including Managers in health care, Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine, Dentists, Nurses, Pharmacists, and various other roles crucial to the healthcare sector.

Here’s a breakdown of the healthcare occupations that received invitations:

1. Health Care Managers (NOC 30010)
2. Specialists in Clinical and Laboratory Medicine (NOC 31100)
3. Specialists in Surgery (NOC 31101)
4. General Practitioners and Family Physicians (NOC 31102)
5. Veterinarians (NOC 31103)
6. Dentists (NOC 31110)
7. Optometrists (NOC 31111)
8. Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists (NOC 31112)
9. Pharmacists (NOC 31120)
10. Dietitians and Nutritionists (NOC 31121)
11. Chiropractors (NOC 31201)
12. Physiotherapists (NOC 31202)
13. Occupational Therapists (NOC 31203)
14. Kinesiologists and Other Professional Occupations in Therapy and Assessment (NOC 31204)
15. Other Professional Occupations in Health Diagnosing and Treating (NOC 31209)
16. Nursing Coordinators and Supervisors (NOC 31300)
17. Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses (NOC 31301)
18. Nurse Practitioners (NOC 31302)
19. Physician Assistants, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals (NOC 31303)
20. Opticians (NOC 32100)
21. Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 32101)
22. Paramedical Occupations (NOC 32102)
23. Respiratory Therapists, Clinical Perfusionists, and Cardiopulmonary Technologists (NOC 32103)
24. Animal Health Technologists and Veterinary Technicians (NOC 32104)
25. Other Technical Occupations in Therapy and Assessment (NOC 32109)
26. Denturists (NOC 32110)
27. Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists (NOC 32111)
28. Dental Technologists and Technicians (NOC 32112)
29. Medical Laboratory Technologists (NOC 32120)
30. Medical Radiation Technologists (NOC 32121)
31. Medical Sonographers (NOC 32122)
32. Cardiology Technologists and Electrophysiological Diagnostic Technologists (NOC 32123)
33. Pharmacy Technicians (NOC 32124)
34. Other Medical Technologists and Technicians (NOC 32129)
35. Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists (NOC 32200)
36. Massage Therapists (NOC 32201)
37. Other Practitioners of Natural Healing (NOC 32209)
38. Dental Assistants and Dental Laboratory Assistants (NOC 33100)
39. Medical Laboratory Assistants and Related Technical Occupations (NOC 33101)
40. Nurse Aides, Orderlies, and Patient Service Associates (NOC 33102)
41. Pharmacy Technical Assistants and Pharmacy Assistants (NOC 33103)
42. Other Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services (NOC 33109)