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Ontario Invites 1,680 Candidates in New OINP Employer Job Offer Draws

  • October 10, 2025
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On October 9, 2025, Ontario held new rounds of invitations under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). A total of 1,680 candidates received invitations across multiple streams targeting healthcare workers, early childhood educators, and candidates under the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot.

These targeted draws continue Ontario's effort to address key labour shortages and support regional growth.

Results of October 9, 2025 OINP Draws

  • Total invitations issued: 1,680
  • Streams targeted:
    • Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream
    • Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
    • Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream
    • Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) Pilot

Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream

  1. Health and Early Childhood Educators Draw
    • Invitations issued: 671
    • Minimum EOI score: 38+
  2. REDI Pilot Draw
    • Invitations issued: 24
    • Minimum EOI score: 51+

Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream

  1. Health and Early Childhood Educators Draw
    • Invitations issued: 757
    • Minimum EOI score: 56+
  2. REDI Pilot Draw
    • Invitations issued: 53
    • Minimum EOI score: 75+

Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream

  1. Health Occupations Draw
    • Invitations issued: 162
    • Minimum EOI score: 31+
  2. REDI Pilot Draw
    • Invitations issued: 13
    • Minimum EOI score: 33+

Healthcare and Early Childhood Educator Draw

The province issued 1,590 invitations to candidates working in priority healthcare occupations and NOC 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants.

These candidates were invited under the Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams.

Eligible occupations included:

  • Health professionals: Doctors, nurses, physician assistants, and midwives
  • Allied health roles: Licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and patient service associates
  • Early childhood educators: NOC 42202

Minimum scores:

  • Foreign Worker Stream: 38+
  • International Student Stream: 56+
  • In-Demand Skills Stream: 31+

This draw shows Ontario's continued focus on essential services, especially healthcare and child education, where the need for qualified workers remains high.

REDI Pilot Draw

The province also invited 90 candidates under the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot.

This initiative helps smaller communities attract skilled workers to support local industries.

Targeted regions:

  • Lambton
  • Lanark
  • Leeds and Grenville

Minimum scores:

  • Foreign Worker Stream: 51+
  • International Student Stream: 75+
  • In-Demand Skills Stream: 33+

Sample occupations invited under REDI include:

  • Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses
  • Carpenters, welders, and electricians
  • Software developers and web designers
  • Bookkeepers, financial advisors, and administrative assistants
  • Early childhood educators and social service workers

This REDI draw highlights Ontario's focus on regional balance — ensuring that skilled talent reaches beyond major cities like Toronto and Ottawa.

Next Steps for Invited Candidates

If you received an invitation, you must:

  1. Have your employer submit the job offer for approval within 14 days.
  2. Submit your application through the OINP e-Filing Portal within 17 days.
  3. Ensure all supporting documents and fees are included.

Applications are only accepted if the employer submitted the job offer through the Employer Portal after July 2, 2025.

What This Draw Means for Applicants

Ontario's latest draws confirm that healthcare, education, and regional occupations remain top priorities.

The province continues to rely on targeted selection to attract candidates already living and working in Canada.

Those with experience in high-demand sectors or those open to working in smaller Ontario communities will have the best chances in upcoming draws.

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