OINP Express Entry for Skilled Trades | The Ultimate Guide for PR |

Are you a skilled tradesperson looking for a path to Canadian permanent residency? The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Express Entry Skilled Trades stream could be your golden ticket! With opportunities for 84 in-demand trades in Ontario, this program offers a valuable route for skilled workers to obtain permanent residency in Canada.
In this video, we dive deep into the requirements of the OINP Express Entry Skilled Trades stream, covering essential criteria such as work experience, language proficiency, and settlement funds. Whether you're an international student, a tradesperson with years of experience, or someone on an open work permit in Canada, this stream might offer the perfect opportunity for you to secure your future in Ontario.
Discover the difference between compulsory and non-compulsory trades, learn about the apprenticeship pathways, and get the inside scoop on how scores from 350 to 424 points have successfully led to invitations for residency. With a clear explanation of the application process and tips on how to meet the program's requirements, this video is a must-watch for anyone aiming to navigate their way through Ontario's PNP program.
Your work experience in one of the following NOCs must be listed as your primary NOC in your Express Entry profile:
NOC 72010 - Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
NOC 72011 - Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
NOC 72012 - Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
NOC 72013 - Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
NOC 72020 - Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
NOC 72021 - Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
NOC 72022 - Supervisors, printing and related occupations
NOC 72100 - Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
NOC 72101 - Tool and die makers
NOC 72102 - Sheet metal workers
NOC 72103 - Boilermakers
NOC 72104 - Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
NOC 72105 Ironworkers
NOC 72106 - Welders and related machine operators
NOC 72200 - Electricians (except industrial and power system)
NOC 72201 - Industrial electricians
NOC 72203 - Electrical power line and cable workers
NOC 72204 - Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers
NOC 72205 - Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
NOC 72300 - Plumbers
NOC 72301 - Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
NOC 72302 - Gas fitters
NOC 72310 - Carpenters
NOC 72311 - Cabinetmakers
NOC 72320 - Bricklayers
NOC 72321 - Insulators
NOC 72400 - Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
NOC 72402 - Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
NOC 72403 - Railway carmen/women
NOC 72404 - Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
NOC 72406 - Elevator constructors and mechanics
NOC 72410 - Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
NOC 72422 - Electrical mechanics
NOC 72423 - Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
NOC 72500 - Crane operators
NOC 73100 - Concrete finishers
NOC 73101 - Tilesetters
NOC 73102 - Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
NOC 73110 - Roofers and shinglers
NOC 73111 - Glaziers
NOC 73113 - Floor covering installers
NOC 73200 - Residential and commercial installers and servicers
NOC 73201 - General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
NOC 73202 - Pest controllers and fumigators
NOC 73209 - Other repairers and servicers
NOC 73400 - Heavy equipment operators
NOC 73402 - Drillers and blasters - surface mining, quarrying and construction
NOC 82031 - Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services
There are more NOCs too.
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[@jaspreetsingh-hd6gv]

Thanks Rashid - you've explained it beautifully and solved one of my major concerns - I am gonna ask my employer for NOC Code and start filling process - thanks - My friend didn't get invite because her score was 450 twice and now she is going back - wasted 6 year

[@fakhrulhassan4070]

Can you share the list which need licenses

[@amazingworld6354]

Hi, I am doing work as a house appliances technician under ARS and can i know house appliance technician is eligible under PNP..?

[@4ladyfashionludhiana629]

How's to apply hairstylist license

[@joginderpal5733]

Pl. Guide CNC machinist trade is in demand for oinp

[@aadi0018]

I think, Yes machinist 72100.

[@kenilanghan150]

I am working as drywall installer with noc code 73102 and what are the chances to get invitation?

[@sukhwindersaggu4487]

Rashid ji i m 40 years old working in ontraio as welder last 1 years and having clb 5 band in ilets how i can eligible pls suggest

[@francisbesa7557]

Hello, I have 1 year of experience here in Canada with a valid work permit. Can I apply to this pathway? My skills have NOC 72429 small engine mechanic. Not included in the job you mentioned in this link.

[@Humi_175]

I really want to know about bakers I know it comes under skilled trade then why it wasn’t there

[@Pixelspie]

Do cooks fall under skilled trade workers in Ontario in 2024.?

[@jitinsuneja7827]

Nhi specific draw ho rhe cook nhi aa rha usme

[@jitinsuneja7827]

Are you also cook

[@Brahminharyana]

I would like to inquire about the eligibility of pest controllers and fumigators NOC code 73202 for a Certificate of Qualification for an additional 50 CRS points in the express entry stream. I would be grateful if you could provide me with any information or guidance regarding this matter. Thank you.

[@sahiltamang3496]

So, If I work as a Welder in Canada on my PGWP, I am eligible?? I don’t need a licence??

[@Taz-v2e]

Does pest controller come under skill trades for oinp and express entry?

[@asheshtamang5481]

How can I get a skill trade job? I’m in my PGWP right now and working as a retail supervisor. Can anyone help please🙏

[@SunilKumar-uk8sx]

Hii sir Concrete finisher and Drywall installer need trade certificate for oinp??or not sir?

[@nidhaanabraham7826]

Hi sir, I am falling in 73209 air compressor repairer. Basically a mechnaical engineer outside canada. Do i need skill trade certificate from ontario? Please mention where is your office located.

[@PrashobNambiar]

Hello my score is 387 . Welding (72016) one year experience in canada . Will i get a call

[@nodyart6241]

As salam alaikum very nice information thanks 👍🏻

[@rashid_ali]

Walaikum Salam. You're welcome :)

[@nainaiwhip4253]

Got a job offer in Canada. Apparently they saying to contact an immigration attachee. Actual message *diplomatic preference through our company efforts by providing all the necessary required documents to our Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Center which concern is about foreign workers through the Canadian Immigration Attaché, who is currently in...* is it real

[@rashid_ali]

Nope.

[@shubsodhi5986]

Mate Roofer/shingler is non compalsory trade. So I qualify for this stream right. Also, what about employer job offer stream? My employer has applied for my lmia, his comany is over 5 years old and has revenue of over 1,000,000 doI qualify for that stream too? I'd realy realy would apriciate your reply. Thanks. 🙏

[@fakhrulhassan4070]

Assalamoalikum How able 73310 NOC code? I have experience in Railway track and working in Ontario as a maintenance engineer (Track Expert). I applied under 73310 NOC code, is it correct and this code need any license or not? Thanks

[@olenbang247]

before my noc code is7322 as automotive painter do i need a certificate or is it compulsary trade? can i apply for oinp? thank you

[@harman3521]

The first 3-4 months of work experience can be added through employement agency after being hired by the company in the PR process?

[@simerpreetsingh3976]

Yes

[@karamjitjit9513]

Hi I am looking for skill trade job for my pr

[@Capital41]

Do canada offer temporary work visa on hospitality or farm or any other sector of work?? This is the second time am asking this channel I hope this time we will get answer

[@rashid_ali]

Yes.

[@mbstar2000mb]

My experience is gonna be complete in august 2024 and then i can put my file in the pool , but my work permit expires in January 2025 , do i have enough time to still get nominated and don’t go out of status ?

[@rashid_ali]

You can figure out a way to stay in status if time's running out by then.

[@parmvirsingh3109]

I am Building Systems Engineering Technician graduate with BES Class 1 and 2 certification. Does it come under required Trades?

[@thetwai3091]

Buddy, I have same question either. Does this NOC code 73201 consider under epress entry skilled trade program? Did you manage to find out your query? Thank.

[@Joseash]

Aslamu alikum, btw Do you think they'll stop Ontario pnp for trades in the next 3 years? Any chance? Lol I'm a licensed gas fitter going to school who'll finish school in April 2025, would probably do an apprenticeship in commerical /industrial refrigeration or residential/commercial HVAC.

[@rashid_ali]

I think it is a good field. No one can predict the future though :)

[@aanandakhadka8006]

hi, i just want to know if the NOC CODE 72205 comes under compulsory trade or non-compulsory trade? And do we need license or certification while applying for PR? Any help will be appreciated thank you!

[@rashid_ali]

IF you are a powerline technician, that is trade code 434A in Ontario which is a non-compulsory trade.

[@r.o.s.m4318]

How about noc 73401 owp holder is it eligible for this stream?

[@rashid_ali]

Have you checked the website, what did you conclude after checking OINP's site and Skilled Trades Ontario.

[@jarvanlizgo]

Hi sir! does hours from apprenticeship program count toward to work experience hours? Thanks a lot!

[@onkar7473]

Yes it does count

[@rakshitsaini7128]

Did truck driver is also a skill work . And can we apply our pr in truck driving . ( in Ontario)

[@rashid_ali]

It is a type of trades. You need to fullfill all other criteria as mentioned in the video.

[@kevinpatel6366]

Hi sir, I have a question that if I have around 8 months work experience in with 72100 and 4 months with 72400. And if in draw only 72400 will be listed. Would I be eligible for getting invitation. Adding to that, for OINP skill trade, it just requires employment letter for employee. No any employee form? Thank you

[@donraju3878]

Hi Kevin, Have you managed to get an invitation under OINP Skilled Trade by demonstrating experience in 2 jobs?

[@devapujavinaykumar7320]

Hi Sir, NOC 72311 - Cabinetmaker will fall under compulsory trade? Please let me know sir!

[@rashid_ali]

It is non-compulsory for Ontario, trade code 438A.

[@iamleigh958]

Can a production worker qualify for oinp?

[@namithanandakumarful]

Does a computer science engineer come under this trade?

[@rashid_ali]

Computer Scientists are not trades professionals.

[@kunjumuhammedmoideen2714]

I’m a. Have Dutti Driver still iam in Dubai.

[@sahibjeetsingh8644]

I got noc 72400 job is COQ required?

[@rashid_ali]

It is a non-compulsory trade in Ontario, trade code 426A. So a COQ is not required. But there is an option to take a red seal exam.

[@sahibjeetsingh8644]

@@rashid_ali thankss

[@saadzafar9390]

How about truck drivers in Ontario

[@rashid_ali]

Transport Truck Drivers were invited in this stream.

[@KuldeepSingh-so4pu]

Sir if I do 2 years of diploma in Automotive Power technician course, can I get PR easily? Please do reply

[@simrandeol3605]

You need to get an apprenticeship once you get your PGWP and finding a sponsor is super hard as of now!

[@KuldeepSingh-so4pu]

@@simrandeol3605 is this same will happen, if I choose a welding course, do I need to do apprenticeship and find a sponsor in Welding course too ?

[@simrandeol3605]

@@KuldeepSingh-so4pu Yes