After a quiet first half of the year, Ontario has come back with a bang! πŸŽ‰ On June 3, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) resumed issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency – sending a strong signal that the province is ready to welcome skilled talent across various industries and regions.

πŸ‘‰ In a single day, 3,719 candidates received invitations across three key OINP streams, targeting a wide range of occupations, including healthcare, construction, and agriculture.


πŸ’Ό What Happened in the June 3, 2025 OINP Draw?

Ontario held 10 targeted draws under the Employer Job Offer category, which includes:

πŸ”Ή 1. Foreign Worker Stream

This stream is for experienced workers with job offers in Ontario. The province sent:

  • 1,253 ITAs for Healthcare Professionals πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈπŸ§‘β€βš•οΈ (nurses, personal support workers, and other frontline heroes).
  • 391 ITAs for those with job offers specifically in Northern Ontario 🧭 – boosting regional development.
  • 1,000 ITAs through a general draw covering a mix of skilled professions.

πŸŽ“ 2. International Student Stream

Ontario wants to retain its talented international graduates! This stream saw:

  • 225 ITAs for healthcare graduates.
  • 350 ITAs for candidates in Eastern Ontario, addressing local labour shortages.
  • 300 ITAs via a general draw for various industries.

πŸ”§ 3. In-Demand Skills Stream

For candidates in key high-demand sectors, the province issued:

  • 100 ITAs for Agriculture & Construction Workers πŸšœπŸ—οΈ.
  • 50 ITAs for Healthcare-related occupations.
  • 50 ITAs through a general draw targeting essential roles.

🌟 Why This Draw Matters

βœ”οΈ Massive Volume: With over 3,700 invitations, this is one of the largest OINP draws in recent memory!
βœ”οΈ Priority to Healthcare: Healthcare professionals continue to be the backbone of Ontario’s nomination strategy.
βœ”οΈ Focus on Regional Needs: By prioritizing Northern and Eastern Ontario, the province aims to address economic imbalances and strengthen local communities.
βœ”οΈ Support for Graduates: Ontario clearly values its international students and is making strong efforts to help them transition to permanent residents.


🧭 What Should You Do If You’re Eligible?

If you’re working in Ontario or recently graduated from a recognized institution and have a job offer, this could be your golden chance! Here’s what you need to do:

πŸͺͺ 1. Check Eligibility

Go through the specific requirements for your stream (foreign worker, international student, or in-demand skills) and make sure you qualify.

πŸ“€ 2. Submit Your EOI

Create an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile through the OINP e-Filing portal.

πŸ—‚οΈ 3. Get Your Documents Ready

Start collecting your:

  • Valid job offer letter
  • Employer form
  • Proof of experience
  • Educational credentials
  • Language test results (if required)

πŸ•΅οΈ 4. Stay Updated

OINP draws are not always predictable, so follow trusted sources and immigration experts like Zee Overseas Immigration Services to stay ahead of the curve!


πŸ“£ Final Word from Zee Overseas Immigration 🌐

At Zee Overseas, we’re committed to turning your Canadian dream into a reality! πŸ’¬ Whether you’re an international graduate, a skilled worker, or a candidate in an in-demand sector β€” our experienced consultants are here to guide you every step of the way.

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πŸ”— Source:Ontario.ca – Official OINP Invitations Page