Is the OINP still open in 2026?

Yes. OINP operates through two active streams: Ontario Workforce Priority (new, July 20, 2026) and OINP Entrepreneur (still active). Nine prior streams were revoked May 30, 2026.

What replaced the OINP Employer Job Offer and Master's/PhD streams?

They were consolidated into the Ontario Workforce Priority stream, which uses a single 130-point grid across three pathways: TEER 0-3 job offer, TEER 4-5 job offer, and self-employed physician.

Can I still apply if I received a nomination before May 30, 2026?

Yes. Nominations issued before May 30, 2026 remain valid and can be used to apply for federal permanent residence within their original 6-month window.

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) 2026 — Complete Guide

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is the province of Ontario’s provincial nomination pathway to Canadian permanent residence. Following the sweeping 2026 overhaul, OINP now operates through two independent streams: the new Ontario Workforce Priority and the long-standing Entrepreneur stream.

The two active OINP streams (2026)

New · Live since July 20, 2026

Ontario Workforce Priority

130-point framework with three pathways: TEER 0-3 job offer, TEER 4-5 job offer, and self-employed physician. Replaces all nine prior job-offer and graduate streams.

See OWP Guide

Still Active

OINP Entrepreneur

Business immigration pathway for founders and senior managers investing in and actively managing an Ontario business. Not affected by the 2026 overhaul.

See Entrepreneur Guide

What changed in 2026 — the overhaul at a glance

May 30, 2026: O. Reg. 47/26 revoked all 9 previously operating OINP streams.
June 25–26, 2026: O. Reg. 204/26 introduced the Ontario Workforce Priority framework.
July 20, 2026: Ontario published the full public-facing OWP program page with points grid and application rules.

For the complete side-by-side comparison, see our Then vs Now summary.

Revoked streams (historical reference)

The following nine streams were revoked May 30, 2026 and no longer accept applications:

Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker — stream closed
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills — stream closed
Employer Job Offer: International Student — stream closed
Masters Graduate — stream closed
PhD Graduate — stream closed
Express Entry Human Capital Priorities — stream closed
Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Worker — stream closed
Express Entry Skilled Trades — stream closed
OINP Regional Immigration Pilot (was in development, cancelled)

Tools & resources

OWP Score Calculator — free 130-point tool
Full OWP points breakdown
OWP eligibility + physician pathway
Post-nomination process
CRS Calculator (federal Express Entry)

Talk to an RCIC. The overhaul is dense and the wrong pathway can cost months. Book a consultation with Dimple Verma (RCIC-IRB #R708308).