The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued a Regulatory Update on March 16, 2026: Regulatory Changes to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program.
The Ontario government announced regulatory changes to the OINP under Ontario Regulation 421/17. These changes came into effect May 30, 2026, and prepare for the full program redesign announced in June.
This was a regulatory update amending provincial regulations under the Ontario Immigration Act. Regulatory updates may change program requirements, eligibility criteria, or administrative procedures.
Update at a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Update Date | March 16, 2026 |
| Update Type | Regulatory Update |
| Stream(s) | General / All Streams |
| Region | Province-wide |
| Invitations Issued | — |
| Min. Score — Foreign Worker | — |
| Min. Score — International Student | — |
| Min. Score — In-Demand Skills | — |
What This Means for Applicants
If you received an invitation to apply from this OINP round, you typically have 17 calendar days to submit your application and payment through the OINP e-Filing Portal. Your employer must submit their portion within 14 calendar days. Ensure all mandatory documents are ready before you apply.
If you were not invited, your profile remains eligible for future rounds. The OINP issues draws targeting specific regions, occupations, and streams throughout the year — keep your profile current and attested.
About the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
The OINP allows Ontario to nominate foreign nationals for Canadian permanent residence under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). An OINP nomination adds 600 CRS points to an Express Entry profile. As of June 2026, the OINP has introduced the new Ontario Workforce Priority stream replacing the previous 8 streams. Full details at ontario.ca/OINP.
📋 Source: Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development — 2026 Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program Updates (ontario.ca). This website is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Ontario or the Government of Canada. Always verify information at ontario.ca/OINP.