Last Updated On 2 September 2025, 6:17 PM EDT (Toronto Time)

On September 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) made headlines by issuing an impressive 2,643 invitations to for permanent residency through three OINP draws.

This is the highest number of permanent residency invitations issued by OINP in a single day in 2025.

The draws, targeting 10 high-demand occupations (listed in later part of this article), reflect Ontario’s commitment to bolstering its workforce and fostering economic growth.

In this comprehensive article, we delve into the details of these draws, the targeted occupations, and the application process.

Full Details of the Ontario-OINP Draws | September 2

The September 2, 2025, draws focused on three streams under the Employer Job Offer category: the Foreign Worker Stream, the International Student Stream, and the In-Demand Skills Stream.

Collectively, these streams issued invitations to 2,643 candidates who demonstrated the qualifications and job offers needed to meet Ontario’s labor market demands.

Here’s a breakdown of the draws:

Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream
- Number of Invitations: 1,305
- Date Profiles Created: July 2, 2025 – September 2, 2025
- Score Range: 41 and above
- Notes: Targeted at candidates with job offers in nine priority healthcare occupations or as early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202).
Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
- Number of Invitations: 1,105
- Date Profiles Created: July 2, 2025 – September 2, 2025
- Score Range: 58 and above
- Notes: Targeted at international students with job offers in the same nine healthcare occupations or as early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202).
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream
- Number of Invitations: 233
- Date Profiles Created: July 2, 2025 – September 2, 2025
- Score Range: 33 and above
- Notes: Targeted at candidates with job offers in home support workers, housekeepers, and related occupations (NOC 44101).

These draws were strategically designed to prioritize candidates already in Canada, ensuring a seamless integration into the workforce.

By focusing on specific National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes, the OINP aims to address immediate labor shortages in critical sectors, particularly healthcare and early childhood education.

Full List Of Targeted Occupations: Addressing Critical Needs

The OINP draws specifically targeted nine healthcare occupations and early childhood educators, reflecting the province’s urgent need for professionals in these fields.

The selected NOC codes include:

NOC 31100 – Specialists in Clinical and Laboratory Medicine: These professionals, including pathologists and radiologists, are essential for diagnostic and treatment services.
NOC 31101 – Specialists in Surgery: Surgeons play a critical role in addressing complex medical conditions, from orthopedic to cardiovascular surgeries.
NOC 31102 – General Practitioners and Family Physicians: These doctors are the backbone of primary care, serving communities across Ontario.
NOC 31300 – Nursing Coordinators and Supervisors: These professionals oversee nursing staff, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery.
NOC 31301 – Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses: RNs and RPNs provide direct patient care, a cornerstone of Ontario’s healthcare system.
NOC 31302 – Nurse Practitioners: NPs offer advanced care, often serving as primary care providers in underserved areas.
NOC 31303 – Physician Assistants, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals: These roles support physicians and provide specialized care, such as midwifery services.
NOC 32101 – Licensed Practical Nurses: LPNs deliver essential nursing care under the supervision of RNs and doctors.
NOC 33102 – Nurse Aides, Orderlies, and Patient Service Associates: These workers provide critical support in hospitals and long-term care facilities.
NOC 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants: ECEs and assistants nurture young children’s development, addressing a growing demand in Ontario’s education sector.

Additionally, the In-Demand Skills Stream targeted NOC 44101 – Home Support Workers, Housekeepers, and Related Occupations, which includes roles vital to supporting the elderly and individuals with disabilities.

By focusing on these occupations, the OINP is addressing immediate labor market gaps while ensuring that invited candidates are well-positioned to contribute to Ontario’s healthcare and education systems.

These targeted draws also reflect the province’s broader strategy to prioritize sectors that have been strained by population growth, aging demographics, and post-pandemic recovery needs.

The Application Process: What Candidates Need to Know

Candidates who received an invitation to apply (ITA) on September 2, 2025, must act swiftly to capitalize on this opportunity.

The OINP has streamlined its application process, with a significant update implemented on July 2, 2025, requiring all job offer approvals to be submitted through the Employer Portal.

This change ensures greater efficiency and transparency in the application process.

Here’s a step-by-step guide for candidates and employers:

Notification of Invitation:
- Candidates and their employers are notified via email if their Expression of Interest (EOI) is selected from the OINP pool.
- The EOI system ranks candidates based on factors such as their job offer, work experience, and alignment with Ontario’s labor market needs.
Employer Responsibilities:
- Employers need to submit an application for approval of the employment position through the Employer Portal within 14 calendar days from the date of the invitation (by September 16, 2025).
- The job offer need align with one of the targeted NOC codes and meet the OINP’s requirements for the respective stream.
Candidate Responsibilities:
- Candidates need to log in to the OINP e-Filing Portal and locate their new application file number (prefixed with JOXX, distinct from the EOI file number).
- They need to submit their application and make the required payment within 17 calendar days from the date of the invitation (by September 19, 2025).
- Candidates should review the document checklist for their specific stream to ensure all mandatory documents are included.
Stream-Specific Requirements:
- Candidates must confirm they meet the eligibility criteria for the stream they were invited under (Foreign Worker, International Student, or In-Demand Skills).
- For the Foreign Worker and International Student streams, a minimum score of 41 and 58, respectively, is required, along with a job offer in one of the targeted NOC codes.
- For the In-Demand Skills Stream, a minimum score of 33 and a job offer in NOC 44101 are required.
Additional Resources:
- Candidates and employers can refer to the OINP Employer Portal user guide and the June 12, 2025, program update for detailed instructions.
- The OINP website provides comprehensive information on stream requirements, document checklists, and application procedures.

Failure to meet these deadlines or provide the required documentation may result in the application being rejected, so candidates and employers must act promptly and ensure accuracy.

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program’s issuance of 2,643 invitations on September 2, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in Canada’s immigration landscape.

By targeting healthcare professionals and early childhood educators, the OINP is addressing critical labor shortages while offering skilled workers a pathway to permanent residency.

Candidates and employers must act swiftly to meet the application deadlines and requirements, leveraging the streamlined Employer Portal process.

As Ontario continues to prioritize high-demand occupations, these draws highlight the province’s commitment to building a stronger, more resilient economy.

For invited candidates, this is a chance to contribute to Ontario’s future while securing a place in one of Canada’s most vibrant provinces.

Satinder Bains

Satinder brings expertise, knowledge, and experience related to internal work flows at IRCC. She worked at Canadian Consulate in Chandigarh before moving to Canada. Her articles on “Chinook – An internal IRCC tool used to bulk process temporary applications” was one of the notable work on our news website