OINP Employer Job Offer Draws Update: August 28, 2025

August 28, 2025 Draw (Northern Ontario Focus)

On August 28, the OINP resumed its Employer Job Offer draws after nearly a three‑month pause, issuing 348 targeted invitations for candidates with job offers in Northern Ontario under the Foreign Worker, International Student, and In‑Demand Skills streams.

Northern Ontario Previous Draws: 

In contrast, Ontario’s first major draw of 2025 held June 3 and 6 was sweeping in scale. Over 3,700 ITAs were issued via 10 targeted draws. Within those, Northern Ontario alone received 973 invitations across all three streams:

• Foreign Worker: 391

• International Student: 493

• In‑Demand Skills: 89 .

This draw (on  August 28)  came after a nearly three-month pause since early June, when Ontario issued one of the largest rounds of invitations in recent memory. By focusing on Northern Ontario in August, OINP has sent a strong message: economic growth outside major cities like Toronto and Ottawa is a key part of the province’s immigration strategy.

Last 2 OINP Draws Comparison

OINP Latest Draw Targeted Streams:

The August 28 draw covered the three sub-categories of the Employer Job Offer stream:

• Foreign Worker Stream – for skilled workers with a permanent job offer in Ontario.

• International Student Stream – for graduates from eligible Canadian institutions holding valid job offers.

• In-Demand Skills Stream – for workers in essential sectors such as healthcare, construction, and agriculture.

By combining these categories into a Northern Ontario-focused draw, OINP created multiple entry points for both international graduates and experienced workers.

OINP Draw Benefits For Canadians

The August 28 OINP draw acts as a lifeline for TRs and work permit holders in Canada. It transforms temporary opportunities into permanent futures, especially for those working in Northern Ontario’s high-demand sectors. Here are two important takeaways:

1. More visibility for Northern Ontario applicants – While June’s draw was larger, many candidates were competing across regions. August’s dedicated slots give Northern Ontario applicants higher odds.
   

2. Policy alignment with labour shortages – Employers in Sudbury, Thunder Bay, and smaller towns often struggle to fill healthcare, trades, and service positions. By directing nearly 75% of all invitations to this region, OINP is directly addressing that gap.

Next Steps After Receiving ITA:

If you received an invitation:

• Submit your application through the OINP e-Filing Portal within the prescribed time (usually 14–17 days).
  

• Ensure employer forms are updated, and double-check supporting documents like job offer letters, work permits, and transcripts if applying as an international graduate.

If you did not receive an invitation:

• Keep your Expression of Interest (EOI) profile active.
  

• Align your application with in-demand occupations in healthcare, skilled trades, and essential services—sectors consistently prioritized by OINP.

Reference : 

(Canada Immigration Services)

(Immigration News Canada, Ontario)

(Canada Immigration Services, Ontario)