Canada Immigration Update: Ontario Issues 2,643 Invitations in September 2025 PNP Draw

On September 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held one of its largest draws of the year, issuing a total of 2,643 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Employer Job Offer streams. This significant round of selections underscores Ontario’s ongoing demand for skilled workers, international graduates, and professionals in key sectors.

Breakdown of the September 2, 2025 Ontario PNP Draws:

Candidates were invited from three major streams under the Employer Job Offer category, as follows:

Stream	Minimum Score	Number of Invitations
Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream	41	1,305
Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream	58	1,105
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream	33	233

Focus on Healthcare and Education Sectors:

The September 2 draws specifically targeted candidates in high-demand fields, including:

• Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, medical technicians)
• Early childhood educators and assistants
• Home support and care roles under the In-Demand Skills stream

Only those with valid job offers in eligible NOC (National Occupational Classification) codes were invited to apply.

Eligibility and Profile Requirements

To be eligible for these draws, candidates had to:

• Have an active Expression of Interest (EOI) profile submitted between July 2, 2025, and September 2, 2025.
• Possess a valid job offer from an Ontario employer in an eligible occupation.
• Meet the minimum score cut-off for the relevant Employer Job Offer stream.

Why This Draw Matters:

With 2,643 ITAs issued, this marks one of the largest Ontario PNP draws of 2025. It highlights Ontario’s commitment to welcoming skilled immigrants to address workforce shortages, particularly in healthcare, education, and other essential sectors.

The OINP continues to be a key element in Canada’s immigration strategy, offering a clear path to permanent residency (PR) for foreign workers and international graduates.