The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued a Program Update on February 18, 2026: OINP Program Update.
Employer Job Offer streams: candidates invited in skilled trades-related occupations
This was an OINP invitation round for candidates with job offers in Ontario under the Employer Job Offer streams. A successful provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points to an Express Entry profile.
Update at a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Update Date | February 18, 2026 |
| Update Type | Program Update |
| Stream(s) | See update for details |
| 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.