Is NOC 22214 (Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology) a high-wage occupation for Express Entry?

Yes. From November 3, 2026, NOC 22214 is in the 1.3× tier of IRCC’s high-wage list, meaning its national median wage is at least 1.3 times, but less than 1.5 times, the median wage of the Canadian workforce (2023 to 2025 data).

How many CRS points does NOC 22214 give?

With 12 months or more of skilled Canadian work in NOC 22214, you add 20 points to your Canadian work-experience points. For example, a single candidate with 3 years of Canadian work goes from 64 to 84 points. A qualifying job offer in NOC 22214 is worth 50 points instead. You get the higher of the two routes, never both, capped at 150 points (140 with a spouse).

Do I need to earn 1.3× the median wage myself?

No. The tier comes from the occupation’s national median wage, not from your own salary. What matters is that your job’s main duties match NOC 22214 and that the work is skilled, paid, Canadian experience.

Can I combine months in different high-wage jobs?

Months here combine with months in any other high-wage occupation (1.3×, 1.5× or 2×) for the 20-point add-on.

Which Express Entry programs accept NOC 22214?

As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Worker Program.

Which category draws include NOC 22214?

It is not on any of IRCC’s occupation category lists, so it does not qualify you for an occupation-based category draw.

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NOC 22214: Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology

Technical occupations in geomatics include aerial survey, remote sensing, geographic information systems, cartographic and photogrammetric technologists and technicians, who gather, analyze, interpret and use geospatial information for applications in natural resources, geology, environmental research and land use planning. Meteorological technologists and technicians observe weather and atmospheric conditions, record, interpret, transmit and report on meteorological data, and provide weather information to the agricultural, natural resources and transportation industries and the public. Geomatics technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, utilities, mapping, computer software, forestry, architectural, engineering and consulting firms and other related establishments. Meteorological technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, the media, natural resources, utilities and transportation companies and consulting firms.

Express Entry eligibility

Skilled work (TEER 0 to 3): yes, TEER 2.
Canadian Experience Class: counts as skilled Canadian work (1 year in the last 3 years).
Federal Skilled Worker Program: counts as skilled work (1 year of continuous work in the last 10 years).
Federal Skilled Trades Program: not one of the eligible trades.
High-wage occupation (from November 3, 2026): yes, 1.3× tier.

TEER 2: Occupations that usually need a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or supervisory duties. Every program has other requirements too, such as language test results and, for FSW, a points test.

Category-based draws

NOC 22214 is not on any of IRCC’s occupation category lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or other program draws.

Category lists checked on canada.ca on 2026-10-17. IRCC category-based selection

CRS points for work in NOC 22214

With 12+ months of Canadian work here, from November 3, 2026, by years of skilled Canadian work:

Canadian work CRS points with 12 or more months in NOC 22214
Years in Canada	Single, today	Single, Nov 3	With spouse, today	With spouse, Nov 3
1	40	60	35	55
2	53	73	46	66
3	64	84	56	76
4	72	92	63	83
5 or more	80	100	70	90

See Canadian work points and the median-wage rule.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

Aerial survey and remote sensing technologists and technicians
Operate analog or digital airborne remote sensing equipment such as survey film or digital cameras, laser or radar sensors and scanners to prepare images, data and graphic reports, maps and charts from airborne or satellite data
Develop specialized analog and computer software specific routines to customize and integrate image analysis
Inspect quality of recorded images, verify the integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems, and adjust equipment as required.
Geographic information systems (GIS) technologists and technicians
Operate specialized computer hardware and software and peripheral equipment to model, manage, analyze and display geospatial data
Develop specialized computer software routines, Internet-based GIS, database and business applications to customize geographic information
Work with external organizations on data transfer and systems compatibility issues
Perform data entry and editing activities and maintenance operations to systems following predetermined calibration procedures
Integrate external software such as spreadsheets and statistical packages with GIS software
Train and provide technical support for GIS users.
Cartographic technologists and technicians
Plan map content, format and design and compile required data from aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports and other maps
Generate maps and related graphs and charts using digital mapping techniques, computer interactive graphics, computer-assisted design and drafting (CAD) software, traditional drafting methods and computer or traditional scribing tools
Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Photogrammetric technologists and technicians
Examine and interpret aerial photographs to prepare topographic maps, aerial-photograph mosaics and related charts
Operate digitized stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment to provide three-dimensional optical models of terrain, to trace maps, and to prepare charts and tables
Monitor recording quality and adjust equipment as required and inspect quality of recorded images.
Meteorological technologists and technicians
Observe, record and transmit atmospheric and weather information including air pressure, temperature, humidity, precipitation and cloud, wind and ultraviolet conditions
Observe, chart and report on ice conditions in navigable waters and snow conditions, and participate in programs to forecast and control avalanches in mountainous terrain
Maintain climatological databases, analyze and interpret weather data and participate in the production of weather maps, charts and reports
Install, inspect, monitor, calibrate and maintain meteorological equipment and instruments.

For Express Entry your duties must match the lead statement and most of the main duties above.

Example job titles

aerial survey technician
aerological technician
avalanche controller
avalanche technician
cartographer
climate data processor
climate service technician
geographic information systems (GIS) technician
ice observer
map editor
mapping technician
meteorological inspector
meteorological technician
photogrammetric technologist
photogrammetrist
remote sensing (RS) technician
softcopy photogrammetrist
surface weather observer
weather station operations technician

Employment requirements

Completion of secondary school is required.
Geomatics technologists and technicians require completion of a college program in geomatics, cartography, photogrammetry, aerial survey, remote sensing, geographic information system (GIS) or geomatics.
In Quebec, membership in the regulatory body for professional technologists is required to use the title ''Professional Technologist''.
Meteorological technicians require completion of a one-year meteorological technician program provided by the Meteorological Service of Canada.
Further specialized training is available for meteorological technicians, and may be required by some employers.

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Common questions

Is NOC 22214 (Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology) a high-wage occupation for Express Entry?: Yes. From November 3, 2026, NOC 22214 is in the 1.3× tier of IRCC’s high-wage list, meaning its national median wage is at least 1.3 times, but less than 1.5 times, the median wage of the Canadian workforce (2023 to 2025 data).
How many CRS points does NOC 22214 give?: With 12 months or more of skilled Canadian work in NOC 22214, you add 20 points to your Canadian work-experience points. For example, a single candidate with 3 years of Canadian work goes from 64 to 84 points. A qualifying job offer in NOC 22214 is worth 50 points instead. You get the higher of the two routes, never both, capped at 150 points (140 with a spouse).
Do I need to earn 1.3× the median wage myself?: No. The tier comes from the occupation’s national median wage, not from your own salary. What matters is that your job’s main duties match NOC 22214 and that the work is skilled, paid, Canadian experience.
Can I combine months in different high-wage jobs?: Months here combine with months in any other high-wage occupation (1.3×, 1.5× or 2×) for the 20-point add-on.
Which Express Entry programs accept NOC 22214?: As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
Which category draws include NOC 22214?: It is not on any of IRCC’s occupation category lists, so it does not qualify you for an occupation-based category draw.

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