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 closed the year with a strong finish after the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program reached its full 2025 allocation. With 10,750 nominations issued across all active streams, the province has once again proven its role as one of Canada’s biggest destinations for skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs. This update matters for many applicants...
Ontario is preparing for a major immigration shift, as the province confirms plans to introduce new pathways through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program next year. The announcement signals a renewed effort to attract global innovators, investors, creators, and researchers who can play a meaningful role in the province’s economic and cultural development. During late-November discussions...
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...
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released the results of its latest draws held on October 9, 2025, issuing 1,680 invitations across multiple Employer Job Offer streams. These draws reflect Ontario’s continued focus on addressing labour shortages in critical areas like healthcare, early childhood education, and regional economic development, through its Regional Economic Development...
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...
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...
Good news for skilled workers seeking to make Ontario their new home! The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has recently conducted an Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 1,269 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. This represents a significant opportunity for those looking to immigrate to Canada and contribute their skills to the thriving province...
