Ontario’s Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream Criteria
To be eligible to apply, you must meet the following provincial criteria:
To be eligible to apply, you must meet the following provincial criteria:
- Work Experience: A minimum of 12 months of full-time (or the equivalent in part-time) work experience in Ontario within two years from the date of your Notification of Interest from Ontario. Work experience must be in a skilled trade occupation listed in Minor Group 633 or Major Group 72, 73, or 82 of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system.
- Trade Certification (if required): A trade license or certification from the Ontario College of Trades if working/have worked in an occupation in Ontario that requires a license or certification.
- Current Residence in Ontario: Currently residing in Ontario on a valid work permit.
- Language: A minimum of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in English or in French.
- Settlement Funds: A minimum level of savings or income to support you and your family members.
- Intent: An intention to live in Ontario