OINP Resumes with a Bang: Over 1100 Invitations Issued in Five New Draws After Two-Month Hiatus
Ontario has made a significant move in its immigration initiatives by issuing 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination on December 10. This surprising announcement followed a two-month hiatus, as no draws had occurred since October 9. The invites were distributed across three Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) streams.
Details of the Draws
The ITAs were distributed across the following streams:
- Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream
- Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
- Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream
The draws were particularly aimed at early childhood educators, health care professionals, and those eligible for the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot, all vital to the economic growth of smaller communities.
Targeted Candidates
All five draws sought applicants residing in Canada, specifically those with a profile in Ontario’s Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The REDI pilot included the following targeted communities:
- Lanark
- Leeds
- Grenville
Invitation Statistics by Stream
The December 10 draws provided a breakdown of invitations issued:
| Stream | ITAs Issued | Minimum Score | Eligible Occupations (NOC 2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream | 294 | 511 |
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| Health Occupations and Early Childhood Educators | 398 | 493 |
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| Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream | 336 | 310 |
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| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream | 143 | 404 |
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2025 Invitation Totals
In total, the OINP has issued 11,612 invitations in 2025. The distribution of these invitations by stream is as follows:
| Stream | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream | 4,555 |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream | 6,232 |
| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream | 825 |
Future Changes to OINP
The OINP has proposed significant changes to its selection process that may alter future applications. This includes consolidating the three Employer Job Offer Streams into one and introducing new streams focused on priority healthcare, entrepreneurship, and exceptional talent.
These developments signal a dynamic and responsive immigration strategy aimed at fostering talent and supporting Ontario’s economic stability. Interested candidates are encouraged to assess their eligibility for various PNP streams.
