Ontario Issues Nearly 2,500 Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draws

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued 2,487 invitations to apply in four Employer Job Offer categories. The September 10 draws majored on health and skilled trades professions through the International Student Stream.

Here is a summary of the invitation issued:

1. Ontario Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream

The largest number of invitations issued in the latest draws came under the International Student Stream. A total of 1,823 invitations were issued through two draws:

• 806 invitations were issued to candidates in health-related professions, reflecting Ontario’s priority to strengthen the healthcare sector. The score range for this draw was 67 and above, and it included profiles created between September 10, 2023, and September 10, 2024.
• An additional 1,017 invitations were extended to candidates working in skilled trades, also with a score range of 67 and above.

These targeted draws demonstrate Ontario’s effort to address gaps in essential sectors like healthcare and skilled trades by encouraging international graduates to contribute to the provincial economy.

2. Ontario Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream

In a general draw for the In-Demand Skills Stream, 649 invitations were issued. This stream targets workers in occupations facing labor shortages. The score threshold for this draw was relatively low, set at 34 and above, enabling a broader pool of candidates to qualify. Profiles considered were created between September 10, 2023, and September 10, 2024.

3. Ontario Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream

A smaller, specialized draw was conducted under the Foreign Worker Stream. 15 invitations were issued to candidates under the Economic Mobility Pathways Project (EMPP), a pathway designed to help skilled refugees enter the labor market. This targeted draw did not require a minimum score and is part of Ontario’s commitment to assist skilled workers from vulnerable backgrounds.

Ontario Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream Expression of Interest Draw

Ontario Employer Job Offer: In Demand Skills Stream Expression of Interest Draw

Ontario Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream Expression of Interest Draw

Eligibility Requirements for Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream

To qualify for this stream, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Job Offer Requirements: Applicants need to have a permanent and full-time job offer in an NOC TEER category 1, 2, or 3 role, or in a Skill Type 0 or Skill Levels A or B position that meets Ontario’s lower wage levels and is essential to the business. If already employed in the position, the wage offered must be at least equal to the current wage.
• Educational Requirements: Applicants must have either:
  • Graduated or completed the requirements for a full-time degree of at least two years from a publicly-funded Canadian college or university; OR
  • Graduated or completed the requirements for a full-time post-graduate diploma program of at least one year from a publicly-funded Canadian college or university.
• Study Location: At least half of the academic program must have been completed in Canada.
• Application Timeline: Applicants must apply within two years of completing the above-mentioned educational program.
• Legal Status: Applicants must hold a legal status in Ontario.

Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream

This stream targets candidates with specific skilled in-demand in Ontario. To qualify, applicants must have:

• A permanent and full-time job offer under certain occupations in the agriculture or construction sector and meets the median wage in Ontario for the occupation (see table below), and in a position that is necessary to the business.
  • For those already working in the position, the proposed wage must be equal to or greater than the current wage being paid.
• 9 months of cumulative work experience in the last three years in one of the eligible occupations. Experience must be paid and full time or the equivalent amount in part-time work in Ontario.
  • Seasonal work does not count.
• Equivalent of Canadian high school education or higher.
• Valid certificate or license at the time of application for any claimed work experience that requires it.
• Minimum CLB/NCLC 4 in English or French in all language competencies.
• Live abroad, or be working, studying or visiting Canada on a valid permit;
• Intention to settle in Ontario.

Eligibility Requirements for Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream

To be eligible for this stream, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

• Job Offer Requirements: Applicants must have a permanent and full-time job offer in an NOC TEER category 1, 2, or 3 role that meets Ontario’s median wage levels and is essential to the business. If already employed in the role, the offered wage must be at least equal to the current wage.
• Work Experience: Applicants need to have accumulated two years of relevant work experience within the last five years before applying.
• Licensing Requirements: If the job requires mandatory licensing in Ontario, applicants must possess the relevant license.
• Residency Status: Applicants must either be living outside of Canada or be legally working, studying, or visiting Canada on a valid permit.
• Settlement Intent: Applicants must have the intention to settle in Ontario.