Ontario PNP Holds Latest Draw for Masters and PhD Graduates
Ontario PNP Issues 1,443 ITAs In Latest Draw
On September 17, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held a significant draw targeting candidates for the Masters Graduate and PhD Graduate streams. In total, 1,443 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to potential candidates under these specialized programs, offering new pathways for international graduates settling in Ontario.
The majority of ITAs—1,249—were issued to candidates in the Masters Graduate stream. To qualify, applicants needed to score 53 or higher on their Expression of Interest (EOI). This stream continues to provide opportunities for those who have completed a Master’s degree from an eligible Ontario institution.
Meanwhile, 194 ITAs were issued to candidates under the PhD Graduates stream. This group’s minimum required EOI score was 45 points, ensuring that a broad range of highly skilled individuals can advance through the immigration process.
Details of the draw:
| Draw Date | Stream | Number of ITAs Issued | Minimum EOI Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2024 | Masters Graduate Stream | 1,249 | 53 |
| September 17, 2024 | PhD Graduates Stream | 194 | 45 |
| Total ITAs | - | 1,443 | - |
This was a general draw, signaling Ontario’s ongoing commitment to attracting highly educated professionals to contribute to the province’s economy. Both streams are tailored to help graduates transition from academic environments into Ontario’s workforce, providing an appealing option for skilled immigrants aiming to secure permanent residency in Canada.
The OINP’s Masters and PhD Graduates streams are part of Ontario’s strategy to retain top talent, supporting the province’s economic growth and innovation efforts. Candidates selected in this draw will now move forward to submit their applications for provincial nomination, a crucial step toward obtaining permanent residency status in Canada.
About OINP
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program is a provincial immigration program that allows Ontario to nominate individuals for Canadian permanent residence. It targets foreign workers, international students, business owners, and entrepreneurs with the skills, experience, and qualifications needed to contribute to the province’s economy.
Targeted occupations list of the draw: 2024
| Date Issued | Invitations Issued | Date Profiles Created | Score Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2024 | 1,443 | September 17, 2023 to September 17, 2024 | 45 or above | Ontario PNP Holds Latest Draw for Masters and PhD Graduates |
| September 10, 2024 | 2,487 | September 10, 2023 to September 10, 2024 | 34 or above | Health occupations and Skilled Trades |
| 22nd August 2024 | 1,287 | 22nd August, 2023, and 22nd August, 2024 | 400 to 435 | Express Entry Skilled Trades stream: skilled trades occupations invited |
| July 25, 2024 | 209 | july 25, 2023, and July 25, 2024 | 395 to 444 | NOC 31102 – General practitioners and family physicians |
| July 11, 2024 | 1,277 | July 11, 2023 – July 11, 2024 | 408-435 | Skilled Trades |
| March 21, 2024 | 2,281 | March 21, 2023, - March 21, 2024 | 468 to 480 | Human Capital Priorities Stream |
| March 19, 2024 | 1474 | March 19, 2023 – March 19, 2024 | 42-52 | Master Graduate stream and Ph.D. Graduate stream |
| March 12, 2024 | 2650 | March 12, 2023 – March 12, 2024 | 66-72 | Express Entry Skilled Trades, Health and Tech Occupations stream |
| March 7, 2024 | 2,104 | March 7, 2023, to March 7, 2024 | 352-421 | Express Entry Skilled Trades stream |
| 1st March 2024 | 2,583 | March 1, 2023 – March 1, 2024 | 350 - 424 | Express Entry Skilled Trades stream |
| February 8, 2024 | 1,182 | February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024 | 78 and above | General Draw |
| February 8, 2024 | 1,252 | February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024 | 73 and above | Targeted draw for health and tech occupations |
| February 8, 2024 | 2,118 | February 8, 2023 – February 8, 2024 | 379-430 | Targeted draw Please refer to the OINP Program Update page for a list of targeted occupations |
| February 6, 2024 | 2,086 | February 6, 2023 – February 6, 2024 | 379-430 | Targeted draw Please refer to the OINP Program Update page for a list of targeted occupations |
| January 19, 2024 | 1654 | January 19, 2023, to January 19, 2024 | 50 and above | Targeted draw for Foreign Worker stream |
| January 18, 2024 | 984 | January 18, 2023 –January 18, 2024 | 317-469 | Targeted draw for French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream |
| January 11, 2024 | 2,552 | January 11, 2023 – January 11, 2024 | 350-424 | Targeted draw for skilled trades occupations |
| January 9, 2024 | 630 | Jan 9, 2023 – Jan 9, 2024 | 33 and above | Targeted draw for skilled trades occupations |
| January 9, 2024 | 821 | Jan 9, 2023 – Jan 9, 2024 | 40 and above | Targeted draw for skilled trades occupations |
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