Ontario has officially opened its 2026 provincial immigration cycle with a strong signal to employers and foreign workers alike. On February 2, 2026, the province conducted its first Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program invitation rounds of the year under the Employer Job Offer streams, issuing a total of 1,825 invitations to apply. These draws covered the...
Ontario has once again demonstrated why it remains one of Canada’s most active provinces for skilled immigration. With multiple new rounds of invitations issued in December, the Ontario PNP latest draw show a clear direction for the province in 2025. Ontario is selecting candidates who not only meet labour needs but also support regional growth,...
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has rolled out a significant update to its application process, effective October 31, 2025, allowing officials to consider additional factors before issuing nominations. This change strengthens the province’s ability to prioritize immigration applications that best match Ontario’s evolving labour market needs. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program now has greater...
On September 3, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,893 invitations to apply (ITAs) across two Employer Job Offer streams. The draw included 1,134 candidates under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream and 759 under the Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream. Both draws targeted candidates residing in Canada and employed in...
In a significant update to Canadian immigration, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited 3,719 candidates on June 3, 2025, through multiple targeted draws under its Employer Job Offer (EJO) streams. These invitations spanned three categories: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills. Each draw focused on addressing labor gaps across Ontario’s regions, particularly in...
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has introduced significant changes to its enforcement mechanisms, enabling immediate bans on immigration representatives who violate regulations. Announced on January 2, 2025, these updates enhance the program’s ability to combat immigration fraud, ensuring stronger safeguards for newcomers and the integrity of the OINP. This reform eliminates the need for...
Ontario continues to lead as one of Canada’s top destinations for skilled immigrants. Recently, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) announced the successful completion of its 2024 nomination cycle, having issued all 21,500 nominations available under various immigration streams. This milestone highlights Ontario’s role in supporting Canada’s economic growth while addressing critical labor shortages. If...
On October 17, 2024, the Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP) held a new draw, inviting 1,307 candidates through its Skilled Trades Stream. This latest round focused on skilled workers in 47 specific National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes, with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging from 405 to 435. For candidates in the skilled trades, this...
Canada’s provinces continue to play a crucial role in managing the nation’s immigration pathways, and Ontario is once again making headlines with its latest Express Entry draw. On September 19, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,424 invitations to candidates eligible for permanent residence (PR). The draw invited candidates through the Human Capital...
