Ontario Issues 2,487 PR Invitations in 4 New OINP Draws

On September 10, Ontario made headlines by holding four new draws under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), extending 2,487 invitations for permanent residency applications. This move highlights Ontario's ongoing commitment to attracting skilled professionals across various sectors.

The draws targeted candidates in three specific streams: Foreign Worker Stream, International Student Stream, and In-Demand Skills Stream. These streams focus on different categories of skilled workers, reflecting Ontario’s diverse needs in its labour market.

In the recent draws, the International Student Stream saw a decrease in the cutoff score by 10 points compared to previous draws. This adjustment makes it slightly easier for candidates from this stream to receive invitations.

Here’s a breakdown of the draws:

• International Student Stream (Healthcare Occupations): 1,017 invitations were issued with a cutoff score of 67 or higher. This draw focused on healthcare roles such as doctors, nurses, and pharmacists.
• International Student Stream (Trade Occupations): Another 806 invitations were sent out, also with a cutoff score of 67. This draw aimed at trade professions including electricians, plumbers, and construction managers.
• In-Demand Skills Stream: 649 invitations were issued with a cutoff score of 34. This draw covered a wide range of occupations across various fields.
• Foreign Worker Stream: 15 invitations were sent out under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP). This stream targets workers from specific economic backgrounds.

The recent draws specifically targeted essential professions, including those in the healthcare and trade sectors. For instance, the healthcare-focused draw included a wide range of roles from general practitioners to medical laboratory technologists. Meanwhile, the trade-focused draw sought skilled workers in areas such as mechanical engineering and construction.

These targeted draws demonstrate Ontario’s strategic approach to addressing shortages in critical sectors. By focusing on these professions, Ontario aims to fill labour gaps and support the province’s economic growth.

Ontario’s OINP is crucial for meeting the province’s labour market demands. By selecting candidates who possess the skills needed in high-demand fields, the program helps address workforce shortages and drive economic development. The inclusion of new and varied roles in these draws underscores Ontario’s commitment to expanding its pool of eligible professions, which benefits both the province and prospective immigrants.

Candidates who received invitations in this round must submit their permanent residency applications within the given timeframe. These individuals need to stay informed about any updates from the OINP and the broader immigration news to ensure they meet all application deadlines and requirements.

For those who did not receive an invitation this time, it’s important to stay updated on future draws. The OINP frequently evolves, creating new opportunities for skilled professionals looking to make Canada their home.