Canada's New OINP Portal Launching July 2025 to Streamline Hiring Foreign Talent
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From July 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is launching a new OINP employer portal, marking a sudden shift towards a more efficient employer-led process. The portal will organise the application process for the Employer Job Offer Streams, making it much easier for employers to hire international talent and for applicants to pursue permanent residency.
The Employer Portal stands as a shift from an application-led to an employer-led process, addressing a long-standing feedback from stakeholders about the complexity of the OINP application system. The goal of these changes is to improve the user experiences, reduce administrative burdens, and align the program with Ontario’s growing labour market demands.
If one sets their heart on any foreign employment or aspiring immigrants. Here is your go-to resource for understanding the new OINP employer portal.
Benefits of New Ontario-OINP Portal for Immigration
Taking into account the employers’ roles in initiating applications, the portal ensures that job offers align with Ontario’s labour market needs, improving the efficiency of the nomination process.
The changes are said to benefit:
- Employers: Smooth application tracking, secure document uploads, and direct contact with the OINP.
- Applicants: An organized process for submitting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) once employers list the job positions.
- Ontario’s Economy: Quick hiring of skilled workers to fill critical labour shortages.
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Existing Expressions of Interest Must Be Resubmitted
To ensure a smooth transition to the new system, the OINP has drafted a key timeline and required actions for employers and applicants.
Here are detailed information on the changes that will impact the application process along with the timeline for the Employer Portal Launch:
Dates | Action | Impact |
June 20 - July 2, 2025 | No new EOIs can be created | Temporary pause on new EOIs for all Employer Job Offer streams. |
June 21 - 22, 2025 | Automatic withdrawal of existing EOIs | All existing EOIs under Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams will be withdrawn. Applicants must work with employers to re-initiate EOIs after portal relaunch. |
June 27 (after business) - June 29, 2025 | OINP system unavailable for all streams | No access to applications, EOI registrations, or new submissions during this period. |
July 2, 2025 | Employer Portal launches | Employers can register and submit employment position details. Applicants can re-register EOIs via employers or representatives. |
Ontario-OINP Streams Affected by the Changes
The automatic withdrawal of EOIs will affect the following Employer Job Offer streams:
- Foreign Worker Stream: For skilled workers with a valid job offer in Ontario.
- International Student Stream: For recent graduates from eligible Ontario institutions with a job offer.
- In-Demand Skills Stream: For workers in specific in-demand occupations, such as construction or agriculture.
Required Actions for Applicants and Employers:
Stakeholders | Required Actions | Details |
Employers | Register on the Employer Portal (from July 2, 2025) | Access the new portal as soon as it launches. |
Submit employment position details | This step is necessary for applicants to re-register their EOIs. | |
Ensure all required documents are ready for secure upload | Prepare supporting documentation in advance for smooth submission. | |
Applicants | Collaborate with your employer to re-initiate your EOI after the portal launches | EOIs can only be re-registered after employers have submitted position details. |
Monitor the OINP website for updates and instructions | Stay informed about any changes or additional requirements. | |
Be prepared to re-register your EOI within 12 months of the portal launch to remain eligible for future draws | Re-registration is mandatory to participate in upcoming program draws. |
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