Ontario Issues 2,086 NOIs in Healthcare – Targeted Occupation Draw

Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) continues to play a vital role in attracting skilled individuals through its Human Capital Priorities stream. In a recent draw conducted on February 6, 2024, a total of 2,086 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) were issued to candidates meeting the specified criteria.

The draw targeted candidates whose profiles were created in the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Express Entry system between February 6, 2023, and February 6, 2024. This targeted approach allows the province to streamline the selection process and focus on occupations that align with Ontario’s specific labor market needs.

Lowest CRS Score

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score range for this draw fell between 379 and 430, reflecting the program’s focus on candidates with high human capital attributes.

The Human Capital Priorities stream, with its regular draws and targeted selection approach, stands as a pathway for skilled individuals to make Ontario their new home. As the province continues to welcome talent, these initiatives contribute to the growth and diversity of Ontario’s workforce.

Prospective applicants are advised to stay informed about the program updates and ensure their profiles align with the targeted occupations outlined by the OINP. The success of Ontario’s Human Capital Priorities stream lies in its commitment to selecting candidates who can make meaningful contributions to the province’s thriving communities.

What is the Notifications of Interest (NOIs)?

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) regularly scans the Express Entry pool managed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to discover potential candidates eligible for Ontario’s Express Entry immigration streams.

If you are spotted in the pool, you’ll be notified of your selection through your Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada online account. It’s important to note that receiving this notification of interest doesn’t automatically mean you meet the requirements for any specific stream. Upon receiving the notification, you have the opportunity to submit an online application to the OINP, but only if you qualify under the Ontario Express Entry stream corresponding to your notification of interest. Remember, the application must be submitted within 45 calendar days from the date of receiving the notification of interest.

Invited Healthcare Occupations

In your Express Entry profile, it is essential to designate your primary occupation using the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. Here are the specified occupations followed by their corresponding NOC codes:

Occupations:

1. Managers in health care – 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

Ensure that your work experience aligns with the designated NOC code in order to accurately represent your qualifications in the Express Entry system.