13th Jan 2016, 2nd Draw of the year. Cut-off 453

[mf4361]

That's a pretty good and observant analysis. I hadn't thought this way about their algorithm.

Any idea on what happens if you get an ITA while your OPNP application is being processed? Would Ontario give you 600 pts anyway while your application with CIC is pending?

That was a good observation for latter part of 2015. Now, in the new year, with a new government, that may or may not hold true.

 

[Canada90728]

Assuming that CIC continues to operate in this fashion, you'll eventually get an ITA with a 451 CRS but it will take a while. No harm in applying to OINP - you can withdraw your application and ask them to return your 1500 fee as well if you get an ITA meanwhile. Your call.

Thanks Asivad.

I thought the OINP fee is nonrefundable and can only be refunded in case of incomplete applications.. Isn't that the case?

 

[Canada90728]

keep your application ready if and only submit it when you are about to reach the deadline of 45 days, till than wait and watch you might receive ITA in next draw...
good luck

Thanks Honeyaustin.. Unfortunately can't wait till the next draw. Have only 2 days to courier the OINP application package. I was hopeful about the 13 Jan draw but missed it by 2 points..

 

[tp_marina]

Congratulations to everyone getting their ITAs on this draw!!

Meanwhile i'm almost drying of anxiety and still haven't even created an express entry profile (waiting for eca/ielts...)

 

[JoacRy]

Congratulations to everyone getting their ITAs on this draw!!

Meanwhile i'm almost drying of anxiety and still haven't even created an express entry profile (waiting for eca/ielts...)

Fingers crossed, hope they come soon. Good luck with your eca, ielts assessments.

 

[Asivad Anac]

Thanks Asivad.

I thought the OINP fee is nonrefundable and can only be refunded in case of incomplete applications.. Isn't that the case?

True. But members have reported receiving positive response to refund requests.