Ontario PNP Invites 2,359 Tech Workers In Latest HCP Draw

Surya Rathee
[Published 15 Dec, 2023 | 04:35 AM]
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The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has conducted its first Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream draw of the month. This invitation round recorded the highest number of Notification of Interest (NOIs) issued in a single OINP draw in 2023.

The OINP frequently searches IRCC’s Express Entry pool to find candidates that meet the criteria of one of PNP’s streams.

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Ontario PNP Latest Draw Results

The Ontario PNP latest draw held on December 14, 2023, saw invitations being issued to 2,359 Tech Workers under the Express Entry-Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream. Invited candidates required a minimum CRS score of 473 to be eligible.

Invited candidates in this draw were required to have work experience in one of the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes:

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

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OINP’s Human Capital Priorities stream

The Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream is a program designed to attract skilled workers who can contribute to the province's economic development. This immigration stream is part of the larger Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and focuses on individuals with the right skills and experiences.

The HCP stream is unique because it uses the Express Entry system, a federal immigration management system, to select candidates. Applicants must first qualify for the Express Entry pool and indicate their interest in Ontario. The province then selects candidates from the pool based on factors like education, work experience, language proficiency, and other criteria.

What makes this stream notable is its emphasis on human capital - recognizing that the skills and abilities of individuals contribute significantly to Ontario's growth. Successful candidates receive a provincial nomination, which enhances their chances of obtaining permanent residence in Canada.

This immigration stream is beneficial for both Ontario and skilled workers seeking new opportunities. It helps the province meet its labour market needs while providing qualified individuals with a pathway to settle and contribute to the diverse and dynamic communities of Ontario.

Source: ontario.ca