OINP Draw April 8, 2026: Francophone International Student Invitations

OINP Draw Summary – April 8, 2026

Ontario Immigration (OINP) published a new draw on April 8, 2026 under the Employer Job Offer: International Student stream. This was a targeted draw for Francophone candidates, meaning applicants who demonstrate strong French language skills were prioritized.

The minimum score required to receive an invitation was 63 points. Invited candidates must now submit a complete application to OINP within 14 days of receiving their notification of interest (NOI).

Who Was Targeted in This OINP Draw?

This draw was specifically designed for Francophone international graduates who have a job offer from an Ontario employer. The stream itself is part of the Ontario Immigration’s Express Entry alignment, but it is a non-Express Entry stream – meaning you don’t need to be in the Express Entry pool to apply, though having a high CRS score can help your PR application later.

To qualify, candidates likely needed:

• A job offer from an Ontario employer (NOC code TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3)
• Graduation from an eligible Canadian institution
• French language proficiency at CLB 7 or higher (often required for Francophone streams)

If you are a Francophone international student in Ontario, this draw is a strong signal that your profile is in demand.

What Should You Do Next?

If you received an NOI from this draw:

• Submit your application within 14 days – late submissions are not accepted.
• Gather all required documents: job offer letter, diploma, language test results (French and English if applicable), and proof of status in Canada.
• Ensure your NOC code matches the job offer and that the employer is eligible under OINP rules.

If you did not receive an NOI but think you meet the criteria, it may be because your CRS score or profile points were below the cutoff. Consider improving your score by retaking language tests or gaining more work experience. OINP often holds multiple draws under the same stream, so stay ready.

Remember, an Ontario nomination adds 600 points to your Express Entry CRS score, virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canada PR.

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