Ontario has conducted a major round of invitations under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), issuing a total of 2,102 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on April 23, 2026. The draws were conducted under the Employer Job Offer streams, targeting candidates across Eastern, Northern, Southwestern, and Central Ontario (excluding GTA).
These targeted draws reflect Ontario’s continued focus on regional immigration and labour market needs, prioritizing candidates with job offers in specific occupations across multiple sectors.
Breakdown of Invitations by Stream
Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream
- Eastern Ontario: 318 invitations (Score: 63+)
- Northern Ontario: 57 invitations (Score: 60+)
- Southwestern Ontario: 194 invitations (Score: 60+)
- Central Ontario (excluding GTA): 128 invitations (Score: 60+)
Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
- Eastern Ontario: 173 invitations (Score: 87+)
- Northern Ontario: 167 invitations (Score: 87+)
- Southwestern Ontario: 173 invitations (Score: 84+)
- Central Ontario (excluding GTA): 173 invitations (Score: 84+)
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream
- Eastern Ontario: 48 invitations (Score: 34+)
- Northern Ontario: 79 invitations (Score: 34+)
- Southwestern Ontario: 430 invitations (Score: 34+)
- Central Ontario (excluding GTA): 162 invitations (Score: 34+)
Regional Distribution Highlights
Ontario strategically distributed invitations across four key regions:
- Eastern Ontario: 539 invitations
- Northern Ontario: 303 invitations
- Southwestern Ontario: 797 invitations
- Central Ontario (excluding GTA): 463 invitations
Total Invitations Issued: 2,102
These draws specifically required candidates to:
- Be currently residing in Canada
- Hold a valid work or study permit
- Have a job offer in the targeted region
Targeted Occupations (NOC Codes)
A wide range of National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes were included across all streams and regions. These covered sectors such as:
Technology & IT
- Software engineers and developers (NOC 21231, 21232)
- Cybersecurity specialists (NOC 21220)
- Data scientists (NOC 21211)
- Computer systems developers (NOC 21230)
Healthcare
- Registered nurses (NOC 31301)
- Pharmacists (NOC 31120)
- Nurse aides and patient service associates (NOC 33102)
- Dentists and assistants (NOC 33100)
Engineering & Technical Roles
- Civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers (NOC 21300, 21301, 21310)
- Construction estimators (NOC 22303)
- Engineering technologists and technicians (multiple codes)
Business & Finance
- Financial analysts (NOC 11101)
- Accountants and auditors (NOC 11100)
- HR professionals and business consultants
Education & Social Services
- Secondary school teachers (NOC 41220)
- Social workers and counsellors
Trades & In-Demand Occupations
- Construction workers and labourers
- Industrial machine operators
- Home support workers
- Logistics and transport roles
Each region had its own tailored NOC list, aligning with local labour shortages and economic priorities.
Employer Job Offer Streams: Eastern Ontario Draw – NOC Codes
00013, 10029, 11100, 11101, 11202, 12111, 12200, 13201, 20012, 21101, 21102, 21109, 21110, 21120, 21202, 21210, 21211, 21220, 21221, 21222, 21223, 21230, 21231, 21232, 21233, 21234, 21300, 21301, 21310, 21311, 21322, 21390, 21399, 22110, 22210, 22212, 22214, 22220, 22221, 22222, 22232, 22233, 22301, 22303, 22311, 31100, 31103, 31120, 31204, 31301, 32100, 32101, 32109, 33100, 33102, 33103, 33109, 41220, 41320, 41321, 41403, 70010, 72014, 72021, 14400, 44101, 94104, 94124, 94132, 94141, 94143
Employer Job Offer Streams: Northern Ontario Draw – NOC Codes
00015, 10010, 10029, 11100, 11102, 11109, 11202, 12013, 12200, 12203, 13102, 13110, 13112, 13201, 20012, 21101, 21102, 21120, 21202, 21203, 21221, 21222, 21223, 21231, 21232, 21233, 21234, 21300, 21301, 21321, 22100, 22101, 22112, 22210, 22212, 22213, 22214, 22220, 22221, 22301, 22303, 22311, 22313, 31103, 31204, 31301, 32100, 32101, 32103, 32109, 32124, 32129, 32201, 33100, 33101, 33102, 33109, 41101, 41221, 42201, 42202, 70010, 70012, 72410, 72411, 72600, 73201, 73400, 92101, 93100, 14400, 44101, 74205, 75101, 75110, 94105, 94111
Employer Job Offer Streams: Southwestern Ontario Draw – NOC Codes
00012, 00013, 00014, 00015, 10010, 10011, 10012, 11101, 11102, 11109, 11200, 11201, 11202, 12011, 12013, 12102, 12200, 12201, 12202, 13100, 13101, 13110, 13112, 13201, 20012, 21101, 21120, 21200, 21202, 21203, 21220, 21221, 21222, 21223, 21230, 21231, 21232, 21233, 21234, 21300, 21311, 21390, 22211, 22212, 22213, 22214, 22220, 22221, 22222, 22230, 22231, 22232, 22300, 22303, 22310, 22311, 31100, 31102, 31103, 31120, 31301, 32100, 32101, 32109, 32123, 32124, 33100, 33102, 33109, 41101, 41200, 41300, 41301, 41302, 41321, 41402, 42201, 42203, 51100, 51110, 51121, 70010, 70012, 70020, 72201, 72405, 72410, 72422, 72423, 72600, 72602, 72999, 73100, 73112, 73201, 92012, 92100, 92101, 14400, 14402, 44101, 75110, 94100, 94101, 94103, 94104, 94107, 94110, 94111, 94112, 94124, 94132, 94201, 94202, 94203, 94211, 94212, 94219, 95100, 95102, 95104
Employer Job Offer Streams: Central Ontario (Excl. GTA) Draw – NOC Codes
00013, 00015, 10010, 11100, 11101, 11102, 11200, 11201, 11202, 12200, 13102, 13110, 13112, 13201, 20010, 20012, 21101, 21102, 21110, 21120, 21202, 21220, 21221, 21222, 21223, 21230, 21233, 21311, 22100, 22214, 22220, 22221, 22222, 22230, 22233, 22303, 22311, 22313, 31100, 31202, 31301, 32100, 32101, 32109, 32124, 32201, 33102, 33109, 41200, 41210, 41220, 41301, 41320, 41321, 41403, 41405, 41406, 42201, 51112, 72400, 92020, 14400, 44101, 94106, 94107, 94111, 94124, 94132, 94201, 94211, 95104
Eligibility and Application Timeline
- Profiles must have been created between July 2, 2025 – April 21, 2026
- Candidates must submit:
- Application within 17 calendar days
- Employer application within 14 calendar days
Applications are processed through the OINP e-Filing Portal, and candidates must ensure all documentation is complete within the deadline.
What This Means for Applicants
This draw highlights several important trends:
- Regional targeting is increasing – Ontario is prioritizing smaller regions over major urban centres like the GTA
- Job offer remains critical under Employer Job Offer streams
- Wide occupational coverage gives opportunities across tech, healthcare, trades, and business sectors
- Lower score thresholds (as low as 34) under In-Demand Skills stream create accessible pathways
For candidates planning to Apply for Canada PR, this draw reinforces the importance of:
- Securing a valid job offer
- Aligning with in-demand occupations
- Exploring regional immigration pathways
Ontario continues to use the Provincial Nominee Program Canada strategically to address labour shortages and support regional development. With targeted draws like this, the province is creating more opportunities for candidates willing to work outside major metropolitan areas.
As Canada PR pathways evolve, programs like OINP remain a key route for skilled workers, international students, and in-demand workers aiming for Canada permanent residence.
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