Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) nominates workers, graduates and entrepreneurs who can contribute to Ontario's economy for Canadian permanent residence. Several streams align with Express Entry, where an Ontario nomination adds a large number of CRS points.
Streams in Ontario
- Human Capital category (Express Entry-aligned and French-speaking skilled worker streams)
- Employer Job Offer category (foreign worker, international student, in-demand skills)
- Business / Entrepreneur stream
Streams are summarized at a high level and change over time — confirm the current streams on the province's immigration website.
How a provincial nomination works
- 1Find a stream you're eligible for (or be invited through an Expression of Interest).
- 2Apply to Ontario for a provincial nomination — directly or after an invitation.
- 3Receive the provincial nomination.
- 4Apply to IRCC for permanent residence.
IRCC forms often used
How Lexova helps
Whichever OINP stream fits, Lexova gives the licensed professional one workspace to run the file — a bilingual intake that autofills the IRCC forms, AI cover letters and document sorting, and shared client/employer portals with live progress.
Frequently asked questions
What is the OINP?+
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) nominates workers, graduates and entrepreneurs who can contribute to Ontario's economy for Canadian permanent residence. Several streams align with Express Entry, where an Ontario nomination adds a large number of CRS points.
Does Ontario use Express Entry?+
Yes — the program has one or more Express Entry-aligned streams, and a provincial nomination adds a substantial number of CRS points to an Express Entry profile.
Is there an entrepreneur stream in Ontario?+
Yes — the OINP includes a business/entrepreneur pathway in addition to its worker streams. Requirements vary, so confirm the current details.
Where can I confirm the current streams?+
Provincial nominee streams open, close and change often. Always confirm the current OINP streams on Ontario's immigration website and Canada.ca (IRCC).
PNP in other provinces
This page is general information about the Provincial Nominee Program and is not legal or immigration advice. Streams, criteria and draws change frequently; always verify the current requirements on the province's immigration website and Canada.ca (IRCC), or with a licensed professional (RCIC or lawyer). Lexova is not affiliated with any government.