Ontario PNP Issues 468 Invitations in August 28, 2025 Draws
On August 28, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted multiple draws under the Employer Job Offer streams, issuing a total of 468 invitations to apply (ITAs). The draws targeted skilled workers and international graduates, with a strong focus on candidates with job offers in Northern Ontario and communities participating in the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot.
Key Highlights
- Total invitations issued: 468
- Streams covered: Employer Job Offer – Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills
- Targeted regions: Northern Ontario and REDI pilot communities (Lambton, Lanark, Leeds and Grenville)
- Profile submission period: July 2, 2025 – August 28, 2025
Invitations for Northern Ontario
Ontario invited candidates under both the Foreign Worker and International Student streams who had job offers in Northern Ontario.
| Stream | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker | 53 | 94 |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student | 66 | 236 |
REDI Pilot – 138 Invitations
Through the REDI pilot, Ontario issued 138 invitations via the EOI system:
| Stream | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker | 45 | 94 |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student | 68 | 56 |
| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills | 34 | 25 |
Targeted REDI regions: Lambton, Lanark, and Leeds & Grenville
NOC codes targeted under REDI:
- In-Demand Skills Stream: Home support workers, farm machinery operators, machine operators, construction laborers, food processing workers
- Foreign Worker & International Student Streams: Accountants, HR professionals, software engineers, web developers, nurses, social workers, educators, machinists, carpenters, auto technicians, agricultural supervisors
The REDI pilot program, active until December 31, 2025, provides a pathway to permanent residency for candidates with job offers in Ontario’s smaller communities.
Ontario’s Employer-Led EOI System
As of July 2, 2025, Ontario has implemented a new employer-driven Expression of Interest (EOI) system:
- Employers must submit job offers through the OINP Employer Portal.
- Only candidates with employer-approved EOIs are eligible for selection.
- Candidates who submitted EOIs before July 2 are required to reapply with employer support.
This transition ensures alignment with real labor market needs, making the Employer Job Offer streams more responsive to Ontario’s workforce demands.
The August 28, 2025 OINP draws reflect Ontario’s strategy of prioritizing healthcare professionals, IT specialists, skilled trades, finance experts, and social service workers to meet critical labor shortages in both Northern Ontario and REDI pilot communities.