Ontario Immigration Points Calculator

The Ontario Immigration Points Calculator helps you determine your eligibility for Ontario's Express Entry stream and other immigration programs. By calculating your points based on factors like education, work experience, language proficiency, and age, you can better understand your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residency.

How the Ontario Immigration Points System Works

The Ontario Immigration Points System is part of Canada's Express Entry system, which selects skilled workers for permanent residency. Ontario offers additional points to Express Entry candidates who have a job offer from an Ontario employer or are nominated by Ontario's provincial nominee program.

Total Points = Federal Points + Ontario Points

Federal points are calculated based on factors like age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. Ontario adds additional points for factors like job offers, education in Ontario, and family connections in Ontario.

To be eligible for Ontario's Express Entry stream, you typically need at least 67 federal points. Ontario adds points to this total, and the combined score determines your ranking in the pool of candidates.

Point Categories and Their Values

Points are awarded in several categories. Here's a breakdown of the main categories and their point values:

Category	Points	Description
Age	Up to 12	Points decrease as you get older
Education	Up to 25	Higher education levels earn more points
Work Experience	Up to 15	Points increase with relevant experience
Language Proficiency	Up to 28	CLB 7 in English or French earns maximum points
Adaptability	Up to 6	Points for settled relatives in Canada
Job Offer	Up to 50	Ontario-specific points for job offers
Education in Ontario	Up to 15	Points for education completed in Ontario
Family Connections	Up to 15	Points for family in Ontario

Note that point values may change periodically. Always check the latest information from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Ontario's official sources.

How to Use This Calculator

Using this calculator is simple. Follow these steps:

Enter your age in years.
Select your highest level of education.
Enter your total work experience in years.
Select your English and French language proficiency levels.
Indicate if you have any settled relatives in Canada.
Specify if you have a job offer from an Ontario employer.
Indicate if you have education completed in Ontario.
Specify if you have family connections in Ontario.
Click the "Calculate" button to see your total points.

This calculator provides an estimate. For official results, always refer to the latest guidelines from IRCC and Ontario's official sources.

Worked Examples

Let's look at two examples to illustrate how the calculator works.

Example 1: Skilled Worker with Job Offer

Consider a 30-year-old candidate with:

Master's degree
5 years of work experience
CLB 8 in English and CLB 7 in French
No settled relatives in Canada
Job offer from an Ontario employer
No education in Ontario
No family connections in Ontario

Using the calculator, this candidate would receive approximately 120 points (67 federal + 53 Ontario).

Example 2: International Student with Family in Ontario

Consider a 25-year-old candidate with:

Bachelor's degree
2 years of work experience
CLB 7 in English and CLB 5 in French
One settled relative in Canada
No job offer from an Ontario employer
Education completed in Ontario
Family connections in Ontario

Using the calculator, this candidate would receive approximately 95 points (55 federal + 40 Ontario).

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are the point values updated?

Point values are updated periodically by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Ontario's official sources. Always check the latest information before making immigration decisions.

Can I use this calculator for other Canadian provinces?

This calculator is specifically designed for Ontario's immigration points system. For other provinces, you would need to use their respective calculators or consult official provincial guidelines.

What happens if my points change after I submit my application?

If your points change after you submit your application, it may affect your ranking in the Express Entry pool. You may need to update your profile or consider other immigration options.

Are there any additional points for specific occupations?

Yes, certain occupations are in high demand and may receive additional points. These occupations are listed on the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system and are updated periodically.