Canada | OINP Skilled Trades Stream applications suspended

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) announced it is suspending the Express Entry: Skilled Trades Stream and will return all outstanding applications.

Key Points:

• In reviewing the Skilled Trades Stream, OINP identified systemic compliance and enforcement concerns relating to the stream, specifically with regard to eligibility criteria.
• OINP determined the Skilled Trades Stream is vulnerable to misrepresentation or fraud, undermining its ability to meet immediate labor market needs in Ontario.
• OINP has suspended receiving Skilled Trades Stream applications and will return outstanding applications and their corresponding fees.
• Skilled Trades Stream applicants who meet the eligibility criteria for one of the other OINP streams may submit a new Expression of Interest to be considered for future draws.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group.

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