Stream Closed — May 30, 2026
This OINP stream is no longer accepting applications
On May 30, 2026, Ontario Regulation 47/26 revoked all nine previously operated Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program streams — including Express Entry Skilled Trades. Ontario now nominates through a single active stream: the Ontario Workforce Priority (OWP).
What replaced this stream?
The Ontario Workforce Priority stream consolidates all previous OINP pathways into a single 130-point framework with three routes: TEER 0-3 Job Offer, TEER 4-5 Job Offer, and Self-Employed Physician.
Skilled tradespeople now apply through OWP under the TEER 0-3 or TEER 4-5 job-offer pathway. Trades continue to score strongly through the “Broad Occupational Category” factor (8 points for NOC 7 occupations) and may qualify for a lower CLB 5 language threshold for listed skilled trades.
Your next steps
- Read the Ontario Workforce Priority guide to understand the new framework.
- Score your profile with the OWP Score Calculator.
- Review the Then vs Now overhaul summary to see exactly what changed.
- Book a consultation with our licensed RCIC for a personalised plan.
The historical program page has been archived at /archive/oinp-skilled-trades-legacy/ for reference only.