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.

Rashid Ali,
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC)
Ontario, Canada

[jaspreetsingh-hdgv]

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

[fakhrulhassan]

Can you share the list which need licenses

[Humi_]

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

[amazingworld]

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

[francisbesa]

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.

[sukhwindersaggu]

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

[SunilKumar-uksx]

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

[Taz-ve]

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

[nidhaanabraham]

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.

[kenilanghan]

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

[shubsodhi]

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. 🙏

[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.

[sahiltamang]

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

[nainaiwhip]

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

[joginderpal]

Pl. Guide CNC machinist trade is in demand for oinp

[asheshtamang]

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🙏

[Capital]

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

[mbstarmb]

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 ?

[fakhrulhassan]

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

[olenbang]

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