Ontario Issues 1,680 Invitations for Permanent Residency in Six New OINP Draws
Toronto, October 10, 2025 — Ontario continues to strengthen its role as a leading hub for skilled immigration in Canada. The province recently conducted six new Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) draws, issuing a total of 1,680 invitations to candidates under three major Employer Job Offer streams: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills.
Strategic Focus on Healthcare, Education, and Regional Growth
The draws, held on October 9, 2025, targeted priority occupations in healthcare, early childhood education, and regional economic development. These selections reflect Ontario’s commitment to filling critical labour gaps while promoting balanced growth across urban and rural regions.
Breakdown of October 9, 2025 OINP Draws
Ontario divided its invitations into multiple targeted rounds focusing on both priority sectors and regional needs:
| Stream | Invitations | EOI Score Range | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker | 24 | 51+ | Regional Economic Development (REDI) |
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker | 671 | 38+ | Healthcare & Early Childhood Educators |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student | 53 | 75+ | REDI Occupations |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student | 757 | 56+ | Healthcare & Early Childhood Educators |
| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills | 13 | 33+ | REDI Occupations |
| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills | 162 | 31+ | Healthcare & Support Roles |
In total, the Employer Job Offer category has now surpassed 10,000 invitations in 2025, marking one of Ontario’s strongest years yet.
Key Sectors Targeted
The healthcare and early childhood sectors continue to dominate OINP’s selection strategy, focusing on occupations such as:
- Registered and practical nurses
- Physician assistants and midwives
- Early childhood educators and assistants
- Nursing coordinators and medical support staff
The REDI (Regional Economic Development through Immigration) stream also played a vital role, offering opportunities to skilled professionals in smaller communities such as Lambton, Lanark, and Leeds & Grenville.
Expanding Opportunities for International Students
The International Student Stream remains a powerful bridge for graduates to transition from study to permanent employment. Ontario is strategically targeting technical and managerial roles to retain top international talent in critical sectors like healthcare, IT, engineering, and agriculture.
Industrial and Regional Workforce Boost
The In-Demand Skills Stream continues to address labour shortages in essential trades and semi-skilled positions, supporting industries like agriculture, food processing, and manufacturing — the backbone of Ontario’s economy.
Application Guidance for Invited Candidates
Applicants who received invitations must:
- Verify eligibility under their respective Employer Job Offer stream.
- Gather and review all supporting documents.
- Ensure employers submit job approval requests within 14 days.
- Complete and submit their OINP application through the OINP e-Filing Portal within 17 days.
All Employer Job Offer submissions are processed exclusively through the Employer Portal to maintain transparency and prevent fraudulent offers.
Ontario’s Broader Immigration Vision
With the REDI initiative now gaining traction, Ontario aims to distribute immigration benefits beyond Toronto and the GTA, helping revive smaller towns and communities facing workforce shortages.
As Canada prepares for its 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, experts anticipate that Ontario will receive higher PNP allocations, giving it greater flexibility to nominate skilled foreign workers and international graduates.
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