New occupations in demand under OINP Canada

On July 4, 2024, Ontario announced a major expansion of its in-demand skills stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This program is designed to address labour shortages in key sectors and now includes a broader range of occupations in order to attract more skilled workers to Ontario, enhance the province's economic growth and address critical workforce needs.

Once again, at Immiland, we take it upon ourselves to pass on good news in immigration and, in this article, we will expand on the details of this provincial nomination program (OINP) in the in-demand skills stream. Here are the details you need to know.

What is OINP in the on-demand skills stream?

The OINP is Ontario's provincial nominee program, whose in-demand skills stream allows Ontario employers to fill job vacancies by hiring foreign workers in specific occupations in high demand and, in addition, provides a pathway to permanent residency for eligible workers. 

What must the applicant do to apply for the in-demand skills stream?

Before you can apply for this modality you must:

1. Register an expression of interest.
2. Receive an invitation to apply.

In addition, applicants must have a job offer from an Ontario employer.

• You must ensure that your occupation is eligible. 
• Must meet other specific criteria. Consult an Immiland Canada consultant for more information.

What are the new changes in the list of in-demand occupations?

The changes to the in-demand skills stream became effective July 1, 2024 and now expand the list of eligible occupations, particularly for positions outside the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and are intended to make the program more inclusive and responsive to the evolving needs of Ontario's labor market. However, OINP has not yet invited anyone to participate in this program in 2024. See our job board.

Learn about the 35 eligible occupations added to the list (only outside the Greater Toronto Area -GTA).

1. NOC 14400 - Carriers and receivers
2. NOC 14402 - Production logistics workers
3. NOC 65320 - Dry-cleaning, laundry and related occupations
4. NOC 74200 - Maintenance workers for railroad tracks and yards
5. NOC 74203 - Installers and service providers of parts for automobiles, heavy trucks and equipment
6. NOC 74204 - Utility Maintenance Workers
7. NOC 74205 - Public Works Maintenance Equipment Operators and Related Workers
8. NOC 75101 - Material Handlers
9. NOC 75119 - Other craft workers and assistants
10. NOC 75211 - Railway and automotive transportation workers
11. NOC 75212 - Public works and maintenance laborers
12. NOC 85102 - Aquaculture and marine harvesting workers
13. NOC 94101 - Foundry workers
14. NOC 94102 - Operators of glass forming and finishing machines and glass cutters
15. NOC 94103 - Concrete, clay and stone molding operators
16. NOC 94104 - Inspectors and testers, minerals and metals processing
17. NOC 94112 - Operators of rubber processing machines and related workers
18. NOC 94120 - Sawmill Machine Operators
19. NOC 94121 - Machine operators for pulp, papermaking and finishing mills
20. NOC 94123 - Wood sorters and other wood processing inspectors and sorters
21. NOC 94142 - Fish and seafood plant workers
22. NOC 94143 - Testers and graders, food and beverage processing
23. NOC 94200 - Assemblers, inspectors and testers of motor vehicles
24. NOC 94202 - Assemblers and inspectors of electrical apparatus, equipment and appliances manufacturing.
25. NOC 94203 - Assemblers, fabricators and inspectors of industrial electric motors and transformers
26. NOC 94205 - Machine operators and inspectors, electrical apparatus manufacturing
27. NOC 94211 - Assemblers and inspectors of other wood products
28. NOC 94212 - Assemblers, finishers and inspectors of plastic products
29. NOC 95100 - Minerals and metals processing workers
30. NOC 95101 - Metal fabrication workers
31. NOC 95103 - Wood, pulp and paper processing workers
32. NOC 95104 - Laborers in the manufacture of rubber and plastic products
33. NOC 95106 - Food and beverage processing workers
34. NOC 95107 - Fish and seafood processing workers

Currently, there is a new Ontario-wide NOC title, which is added for positions located anywhere in Ontario (inside and outside the Greater Toronto Area), this is:

     35. NOC 75119 - Other tradesmen's and laborers' helpers

What is the benefit of this NOC expansion in Ontario?

This significant expansion of the list of in-demand occupations, with 35 new codes, opens up more opportunities for foreign workers wishing to settle in Ontario to do so. 

Moreover, these latest job categories now span a variety of sectors of the economy in the popular and attractive province of Ontario, ensuring that a wide range of skills are being targeted by more Canadian employers and businesses willing to generate job openings for them.

Immiland's recommendations for the correct application of OINP

Explore your immigration options, as this program uses two admission systems. If you are interested in these new opportunities under the in-demand skills stream, review the requirements of IRCC in conjunction with the provincial government very carefully. 

• Before submitting your application, register in the expression of interest system or quick entry system to inform OINP that you would like an invitation.
• If you receive the invitation, make sure that the consent form to be completed is duly completed, that the date is correct, that it bears your signature (and that of your spouse and dependents, if applicable), that you have uploaded other necessary documents in the application, since if there are any inconsistencies, your application will be returned.
• Provide supporting documents to validate the information in your application and use the service of certified translators in Canada. Immiland offers regular translation services, express translation, special translation, all tailored to the particular requirements of the provinces. View service here.

The OINP is an ideal plan for permanent residency for people who have the skills and experience aligned with Ontario's economic need, however, the federal government makes the final decision to approve the application for permanent residency. Learn more about OINP.

Remember that before applying to any immigration program you should get information from serious and reliable sources, as well as understand the eligibility criteria and the correct way to apply, in order to avoid being rejected.

Immiland Canada urges you to keep up to date with the latest changes and to consult with our experts in Canadian immigration matters.

Visit our website https://www.immilandcanada.com/ or contact us.

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