OINP: Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream – Applicant Checklist

Last Updated: August 20, 2020

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Summary

When applying to Ontario’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream of the OINP you need to scan and upload copies of the following mandatory documents with your application:

• notification of interest from Ontario
• identity documents
• status documents in Canada
• education documents
• language test results
• documents to support your employment in Ontario (if applicable) and your work history
• documents to demonstrate that you meet the settlement funds requirement
• resumé
• other optional documents (if applicable)

If you have any dependent family members, you must also scan and upload the following documents:

• passports for all dependent family members
• status documents for your spouse or common-law partner
• if applicable, documents to support your spouse or common-law partner’s
  • education in Canada
  • work experience in Canada
  • language test results
• documents if you or your spouse or common-law partner have relatives in Canada
• other optional documents

Notification of Interest from Ontario

You need to scan and upload a copy of the Notification of Interest (NOI) letter we sent you through your Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) online account. A print screen of the letter is acceptable. Make sure the copy of the NOI includes the date we sent it to your IRCC account.

Identity documents

1. Photograph

You have to scan and upload a copy of a photograph of yourself (that meets passport or visa requirements) with your application.

Photographs that are not clear or are of low quality will not be accepted.

2. Passport

You must scan and upload a copy of the personal details page of your passport and all pages that contain Canadian visas and entry stamps.

Status documents in Canada

If applicable, you must scan and upload copies of current and previous status documents given to you by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Documents may include:

• work permits
• study permits
• temporary resident visas
• any other Canadian immigration document

If you currently have implied status, scan and upload a copy of either:

• the letter from IRCC acknowledging that they received your application to extend your status or
• the IRCC fee receipt, and/or
• the post office mailing receipt you received when you applied to extend your status (if applicable)

Education documents

Canadian degree

If you have a Canadian degree, you must scan and upload:

• a copy of your degree granted from an academic institution in Canada
• a copy of your official transcripts issued from the Canadian academic institution that granted the degree

Foreign degree

If you have a degree from another country, you need to get an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from an organization approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

The Educational Credential Assessment report must:

• state your foreign credential is the equivalent of a Canadian bachelor’s degree or higher
• be no more than five years old on the date you submit your application

You must also authorize the organization to share the results of your ECA with the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (not IRCC).

Language tests results

To prove that you have the mandatory language skills, scan and upload a copy of your English or French language test results with your application. The test must have been taken within the two years prior submitting your application.

For English tests (must have CLB 7 or above in all language abilities), we accept:

• International English Language Testing (IELTS) – we only accept the General Training test
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) – we only accept the General test

For French tests (must have CLB 7 or above in all language abilities), we accept:

• Test d’évaluation de français pour le Canada (TEF Canada)
• Test de connaissance du français pour le Canada (TCF Canada)

Please make sure you scan the entire page of your test results and that no text is cut off.

Documents to show employment in Ontario

1. Job offer

If applicable, you must scan and upload a copy of your full-time job offer from an Ontario employer.

2. Work permit

If you are currently working in Ontario for the same employer who has offered you a job, you must scan and upload a copy of your current work permit.

3. Labour Market Impact Assessment

If applicable, you must scan and upload a copy of the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) issued for your current work permit in Canada.

Work history documents

1. Employment/work experience reference letters

You must scan and upload copies of your employment/work experience reference letters from previous and current employers for all periods of work (foreign and Canadian) you include in your application. Reference letters must:

• be printed on business letterhead
• identify the business address, telephone/fax numbers, email, and website addresses
• include the name(s) of the responsible officer/supervisor and their signature(s)
• specify your employment period and the positions you held
• outline your duties and responsibilities during the employment period for each position and the time spent in each position (if applicable)
• include your total annual salary plus benefits, number of hours worked per week, number of weeks of work per year and any extended periods of leave

In addition to employment/work experience reference letters, you may also submit supporting documents that describe your duties and responsibilities for each position held including job descriptions, performance reviews and job advertisements.

2. Proof of compensation

You must scan and upload proof of compensation for any work experience (foreign and Canadian) you include in your application.