Ontario’s New Workforce Priority Stream: EOI Scoring Details Revealed! Boost Your Express Entry by 600 CRS Points.

I. Introduction to the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has recently announced the new Expression of Interest (EOI) scoring criteria for the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream! This stream is designed for eligible professionals in TEER 0, 1, 2, and 3 occupations who wish to apply through Express Entry combined with OINP. Upon successful provincial nomination, applicants will receive an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, significantly increasing their chances of obtaining Canadian permanent residency!

II. Detailed Analysis of the Latest EOI Scoring Criteria

Understanding the latest EOI scoring criteria is crucial for a successful application. Below is a detailed breakdown of each scoring component:

(A) Occupation Category (TEER) + Industry

TEER Score

• TEER 0 / 1: 9 Points
• TEER 2 / 3: 6 Points
• TEER 4 / 5: 0 Points

Industry Bonus Points

• 🩺 Healthcare: 10 Points
• 🔧 Trades / Transportation: 8 Points
• 💻 STEM (Natural Sciences / Engineering / Technology): 6 Points
• 📈 Business / Management / Education / Manufacturing / Agriculture: 4 Points
• 🎭 Arts / Culture / Sales / Services: 2 Points

(B) Hourly Wage

• $40+: 15 Points
• $35–39.99: 12 Points
• $30–34.99: 10 Points
• $25–29.99: 8 Points
• $20–24.99: 5 Points
• Below $20: 0 Points

(C) Ontario Work Experience

• 24+ Months: 18 Points
• 13–24 Months: 15 Points
• 6–12 Months: 12 Points
• Less than 6 Months: 0 Points

(D) Canadian Income (Based on NOA)

One year within the last 5 years:

• $70,000+: 8 Points
• $50,000–69,999: 6 Points
• $30,000–49,999: 4 Points
• Below $30,000: 0 Points

(E) Education

• Doctorate / Professional Degrees (e.g., Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary, Optometry): 10 Points
• Master's Degree: 8 Points
• Bachelor's Degree / Graduate Certificate: 6 Points
• College / Apprenticeship / Trade Certificate: 5 Points
• Below College: 0 Points

Canadian Education Bonus

• 2 Canadian Credentials: 10 Points
• 1 Canadian Credential: 5 Points
• None: 0 Points

(F) Language Proficiency

First Official Language:

• CLB 9+: 15 Points
• CLB 8: 12 Points
• CLB 7: 8 Points
• CLB 6: 4 Points
• Below CLB 6: 0 Points

Second Official Language (English and French Bilingual)

• CLB 6 in all four abilities: 10 additional Points
• Proficiency in only one official language: 5 Points

(G) Job Location

• Northern Ontario: 15 Points
• Eastern Ontario: 10 Points
• Central Ontario (Outside GTA): 10 Points
• Southwestern Ontario: 10 Points
• GTA (Excluding Toronto): 5 Points
• Toronto: 0 Points

III. Key Observations and Application Strategy

In recent years, OINP invitations have predominantly been via Targeted Draws, with general category draws being relatively limited. Based on the newly released scoring criteria, the following applicants will be the most competitive:

• High-Demand Occupations: Healthcare, Trades, and STEM (Natural Sciences, Engineering, Technology) continue to be key focus areas for OINP.
• High Wages: Higher hourly wages earn more points, reflecting an emphasis on an applicant's economic contribution.
• Ontario Work Experience: Possessing longer local work experience in Ontario significantly boosts points, demonstrating adaptability to the local labor market.
• Excellent Language Scores: Applicants with CLB 9+ in English or French can achieve the highest points, with additional points for bilingual proficiency.

If you possess these advantages, you will have a greater chance of standing out in the competitive pool and receiving an invitation for provincial nomination.