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Estimate your Ontario Workforce Priority stream EOI ranking score
Estimate your Ontario Workforce Priority stream (OWPS) Expression of Interest (EOI) score under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Scoring follows official OINP factors (Ontario.ca, July 2026).
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What is the TEER (skill) level of your job-offer occupation? *
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How long have you worked in this job-offer position? (same employer and role, in Ontario) *
Where in Ontario will you be working? *
What is your current status in Canada? *
How many Canadian post-secondary credentials do you have? (eligible institution, 1+ year full-time)
How strong is your English (or French)? *
Took PTE Core, TEF or TCF Canada instead? Convert your scores to CLB, then use the CLB tab.
Which official languages have you been tested in?
Special Thanks
Werner LansCanada Abroad
Canadian Immigration Services
His Ontario immigration expertise helped validate OINP scoring factors and stream eligibility guidance.
What is the OINP?
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is Ontario’s provincial immigration program. It allows Ontario to nominate skilled workers and other eligible candidates for Canadian permanent residence, provided they intend to live and work in the province.
In 2026, Ontario replaced most older OINP streams with the Ontario Workforce Priority stream (OWPS). An Ontario nomination linked to Express Entry typically adds 600 points to your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, which greatly improves your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence. Estimate your federal score with our CRS calculator.
Key immigration terms
- CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) - Federal points used to rank Express Entry candidates. Calculate your CRS score.
- EOI (Expression of Interest) - An online registration where Ontario scores your OWPS profile and may invite top-ranked candidates when draws run. The EOI system closed during the transition and, as of August 2026, has not reopened.
- OWPS (Ontario Workforce Priority stream) - Ontario’s current main nomination stream, with pathways for TEER 0–3 job offers, TEER 4–5 job offers, and self-employed physicians.
- NOC / TEER - Your occupation code and skill level. Confirm yours with our NOC Finder.
- CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) - Language levels from IELTS, CELPIP, PTE Core, or French tests. Convert test scores to CLB.
Ontario Workforce Priority pathways at a glance
| Pathway | Who it is for | Scoring with this tool |
|---|---|---|
| TEER 0–3 (job offer) | Skilled workers with a full-time permanent Ontario job offer in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation | EOI points (up to 130) |
| TEER 4–5 (job offer) | Workers with a full-time permanent Ontario job offer in a TEER 4 or 5 occupation | EOI points (up to 130) |
| Self-employed physician | Physicians eligible to bill OHIP who meet CPSO registration requirements (no job offer required) | EOI points (wage factor N/A) |
Former streams such as Human Capital Priorities, Masters/PhD Graduate, and the older Employer Job Offer streams were retired. Ontario has also announced plans for additional streams (including Priority Healthcare) that are not yet open for applications.
How does the OWPS EOI points system work?
Once you register an EOI under the Ontario Workforce Priority stream, Ontario assigns points based on official factors published on Ontario.ca (updated July 20, 2026), including:
- Employment / labour market: NOC TEER, broad occupational category, hourly wage, Ontario work experience, Canadian earnings history (CRA Notice of Assessment), and temporary resident status (work or study permit).
- Education: Highest credential (Canadian or ECA) and number of eligible Canadian post-secondary credentials. Field of study and study-location points were removed in 2026.
- Language: Lowest CLB across four abilities (up to 15 points) plus points for knowing one or both official languages.
- Regionalization: Work or practice location - Northern Ontario scores highest; Toronto scores 0.
A higher EOI score improves your ranking in the selection pool but does not guarantee an invitation. Ontario sets invitation criteria when draws run. Scoring factors are not the same as stream eligibility criteria - you must meet all pathway requirements as well.
OINP score vs. CRS score: what is the difference?
Your CRS score is calculated by the federal government for Express Entry draws nationwide. Your OINP EOI score is Ontario’s separate points system for the Workforce Priority stream. They use different criteria. Many applicants strengthen their CRS profile first, then pursue an Ontario nomination for the 600-point boost. Compare other provinces in our PNP overview or use the BC PNP calculator for British Columbia.
Want the full old-vs-new breakdown? Read our guide: New OINP Scoring Factors 2026: Ontario Workforce Priority Stream Explained.
How to Use This OINP Calculator
1
Choose your OWPS pathway
Select TEER 0–3 job offer, TEER 4–5 job offer, or self-employed physician — scoring factors are shared, with wage N/A for physicians.
2
Enter occupation, wage, and location
NOC TEER, broad category, hourly wage, Ontario work experience, and work region (Northern Ontario scores highest) drive many of your points.
3
Add education, language, and status
Include highest credential, Canadian credentials, CLB level, bilingualism, permit type, and CRA earnings history.
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Review your estimated EOI score
Compare your total out of 130 with high-impact factors you can improve, then pair with your CRS score for Express Entry strategy after nomination.
OINP Calculator – Frequently Asked Questions
Your Ontario employer usually starts by submitting a job offer in the Employer Portal. You then register an EOI within the deadline. When Ontario runs draws, the highest-ranking candidates are invited to apply. Self-employed physicians follow a separate EOI process without a job offer. Timing note: the EOI system closed during the OWPS transition and, as of August 2026, Ontario has not announced a reopening date, a first draw date, or a minimum invitation score. Use this calculator to prepare your score in the meantime.
Under the current OWPS rules, most candidates need a qualifying Ontario job offer. The main exception is eligible self-employed physicians (OHIP billing and CPSO registration). Former no-job-offer streams such as Human Capital Priorities and Masters/PhD Graduate were retired in 2026.
There is no fixed minimum yet under OWPS - cut-offs will only be clear once draws begin. Profiles with more Ontario work experience in the job-offer position, higher wages, stronger language scores, and jobs outside the GTA often rank higher. Use this calculator for an estimate (max 130 points for job-offer pathways).
CRS is your federal Express Entry ranking. OINP EOI is Ontario’s provincial points system for OWPS. A provincial nomination linked to Express Entry adds 600 CRS points. Use our CRS calculator and OINP calculator together to plan your strategy.
You are expected to settle in Ontario as a condition of the provincial nomination. As a permanent resident of Canada you have mobility rights, but you should understand the settlement intent associated with your nomination.
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