Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream Points Calculator

This calculator helps you determine your points under the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCPS), which is part of Ontario's Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The HCPS is designed to attract skilled workers who can contribute to Ontario's economy by filling labor shortages in specific occupations.

How the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream Works

The Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream is one of several pathways through Ontario's Provincial Nominee Program. To be eligible, you must:

Have a valid job offer from an Ontario employer
Meet the minimum education and work experience requirements
Meet the language requirements
Pass a medical examination

The points system assigns points based on your education, work experience, and language proficiency. The more points you have, the higher your ranking in the pool of candidates.

Education Points

Education points are awarded based on your highest level of education completed. The points are as follows:

Note: These are the standard points. Some occupations may have different requirements.

Education Level	Points
Doctoral level university degree (PhD)	50
Master's degree or professional degree (e.g., MD, JD, P.Eng)	40
Bachelor's degree or equivalent	30
Two-year university or college diploma	20
One-year university or college certificate	10
Secondary school diploma	0

Work Experience Points

Work experience points are awarded based on the number of years of skilled work experience you have. The points are as follows:

Years of Experience	Points
0-1 years	0
2 years	10
3 years	20
4 years	30
5 years	40
6+ years	50

Note that the work experience must be in a skilled occupation that is in demand in Ontario.

Language Requirements

You must demonstrate proficiency in English or French, depending on the language of instruction in your education and work experience. The language requirements are as follows:

Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 in all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking)
OR IELTS 6.5 in all four language skills
OR TEF Canada 575 in all four language skills

If your education or work experience was in English or French, you may be exempt from some language requirements.

How to Use This Calculator

Use the calculator in the right sidebar to estimate your points under the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream. Enter your education level, years of work experience, and language proficiency to get an estimate of your points.

The calculator will show you your total points and how they break down by category. Remember that this is an estimate and your actual points may vary based on specific job offer requirements and other factors.

FAQ

What is the minimum number of points required to be eligible for the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream?

The minimum number of points required varies depending on the specific job offer and the occupation. Generally, you need to meet the minimum points required for the occupation you are applying for.

Can I apply for the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream if I don't have a job offer yet?

No, you must have a valid job offer from an Ontario employer to be eligible for the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream.

How long does it take to process an application for the Ontario Human Capital Priorities Stream?

The processing time for an application can vary, but typically it takes several months from the time you submit your application to the time you receive a decision.