In the year 2026, on April 15, Ontario carried out a new Ontario OINP Draw April 2026, inviting 1,334 OINP Invitations April 2026 under the Ontario In-Demand Skills Stream program. The Ontario Provincial Nominee Program Draw April 2026 focused on those who are employed in occupations related to agriculture or others that are in high demand. This is one of the recent updates about OINP Latest Draw 2026. This event is part of the news regarding Ontario Immigration News April 2026.
Highlights of New Ontario OINP Draw
● Date of Draw – 15 April 2026
● Program – Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
● Invitations – 1,334
● Stream – OINP In-Demand Skills Stream
Summary of the April 15, 2026 OINP In-Demand Skills Draw
Below is the table describing this draw for the Ontario OINP Draw April 2026.
| Category | Invitations | Min Score | Targeted Occupations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Related | 315 | 35 | 6 |
| other Priority | 1,024 | 36 | 33 |
In total, 1,334 invitations were issued for the OINP April 2026 draw from both streams in a single combined draw. The one-point gap between the scores signifies the importance of both streams for Ontario.
6 Agriculture-Related Occupations Targeted in This Draw
The occupations related to agriculture segment of the OINP In-Demand Skills Stream Draw focused on attracting individuals who obtained a score of at least 35 points and had job offers for eligible occupations.
This sector comprises occupations that contribute to the agricultural and food manufacturing sector by providing services relating to farming, harvesting, and food manufacturing. Labor shortage has been a major issue in this industry.
The draw offered these individuals a fast track for becoming permanent residents in Canada.
33 Other Priority Occupations Targeted in This Draw
Alongside agriculture occupations, there were also 33 other occupations targeted for candidates who had scored at least 36 points in their profiles.
Some of these occupations cut across various sectors, which include –
● Manufacturing
● Construction and trades
● Food processing
● Public works and maintenance
● Transportation and logistics
These sectors have played an important role in the economic development of Ontario and are very important sectors in the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program draw 2026.
Application Procedure and Deadline for Selected Applicants
The following should be done by those selected applicants in this OINP draw of 2026 –
1. Online application on the OINP e-filing portal
2. Documentation, which includes job offer information and employment history
3. Fees associated with the provincial nomination
4. Application within 14 days from the date of invitation
Applicants successful in the process can now apply for Canadian permanent residency via IRCC.
Importance of the OINP In-Demand Skills Stream
The OINP In-Demand Skills Stream targets skilled workers in the categories of TEER 4 and TEER 5 jobs which normally do not meet the qualifications for the federal Express Entry program.
Major Advantages –
● It offers a clear path towards permanent residency
● Fills labor gaps in important industries
● Helps in achieving economic growth for Ontario
● Facilitates employers in filling vital positions
● Fosters regional development