On December 10, Ontario conducted a series of immigration draws, issuing a total of 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. This event marked the resumption of draws after a two-month hiatus since October 9. The draws were part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and targeted candidates from different streams.
Details of the December 10 Draws
The December draws included invitations across three specific OINP streams:
- Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream
- Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
- Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream
Within these streams, invitations were issued to a range of professionals, including early childhood educators and health care specialists. The draws particularly focused on those currently residing in Canada, and candidates were required to have profiles in the province’s Expression of Interest (EOI) system.
Targeted Professions and Regions
The initiatives sought to enhance the workforce in specific sectors, including:
- Early childhood education
- Health care
- In-demand jobs under the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot
The REDI pilot focuses on bolstering economic growth and stability in smaller communities, specifically in regions such as:
- Lanark
- Leeds
- Grenville
Distribution of ITAs in December
The breakdown of ITAs issued during these draws is as follows:
| Stream | ITAs Issued | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Worker Stream | 294 | 511 |
| Health Occupations and Early Childhood Educators | 398 | 493 |
These invitations are part of Ontario’s ongoing effort to attract skilled workers to meet the province’s labor market needs. So far in 2025, the OINP has issued a total of 11,612 invitations across various streams, focusing on employment offers in skilled professions.
Upcoming Changes to OINP
In a significant development, the OINP has proposed changes to its selection process, which may affect potential nominees aiming to settle in Ontario. This includes consolidating existing Employer Job Offer streams and introducing new ones tailored to healthcare, entrepreneurship, and exceptional talent.
As discussions continue, no official timelines have been established for the potential implementation of these changes. Interested candidates are encouraged to assess their eligibility regularly as updates unfold.
For more information on these developments, please visit El-Balad.
