Thunder Bay receives 150 immigration nominations for 2027
Ontario has set aside 150 provincial immigration nomination spots for foreign workers in Thunder Bay for 2027. The allocation was announced on Oct. 21 and applies to workers applying through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program's REDI pathway.
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De un vistazo
- What changes
- 150 provincial nomination spaces allocated to Thunder Bay for 2027
- Timing
- Effective for the 2027 immigration year
- Who is affected
- Foreign workers applying via OINP REDI for jobs in Thunder Bay
Los detalles
- Anunciado por
- Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC)
- Entra en vigor
- Oct. 21
- Norma anterior
- Thunder Bay received 200 nominations under the REDI round that ran from Jan. 2 to Dec. 31, 2025.
- Nueva norma
- Ontario will reserve 150 provincial immigration spaces for Thunder Bay in 2027, a reduction of 50 nominations from the previous allocation.
Announcement and Allocation
On Oct. 21, the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission announced that Ontario will set aside 150 provincial immigration nomination spaces for foreign workers in Thunder Bay for the 2027 year. This figure represents a decrease of 50 spots compared with the 200 nominations allocated during the previous REDI round, which covered the period from Jan. 2 to Dec. 31, 2025. The nominations will be filled through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program’s Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) initiative.
- 2027 allocation: 150 nominations
- Previous allocation (2025 REDI round): 200 nominations
Eligibility and Application Process
To be considered under the REDI initiative, a foreign national must first meet the minimum criteria of an Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program immigration pathway. The applicant must then secure a qualifying job offer from an employer located within Thunder Bay’s established community boundary. Within 30 days of the employer’s registration of the job offer, the candidate must create an Expression of Interest (EOI). Finally, the applicant must be selected by the OINP in a targeted regional draw. The Ontario Workforce Priority Stream is currently the only active OINP stream that allows workers to qualify for REDI.
- Meet OINP minimum pathway criteria
- Obtain a qualifying job offer in Thunder Bay
- Submit an EOI within 30 days of job registration
- Be selected in the regional REDI draw
Timeline and Participation
The REDI initiative for 2026–2027 runs through Dec. 31, 2027 and includes Thunder Bay alongside five other Ontario regions. Employers interested in accessing the allocation can email [email protected] to learn more about the program or to arrange a consultation. Once a candidate is selected, they may apply to the province for a nomination; a successful nomination then enables the applicant to apply to the federal government for permanent residence.
The allocation does not alter travel dates or entry requirements for visitors, but it does define the number of workers who can be nominated for permanent residence through the program during the 2027 calendar year.
- REDI 2026–2027 period ends Dec. 31, 2027
- Employers contact [email protected] for details
Qué significa para los viajeros
Planificación del viaje
- Existing travel itineraries are not affected by the new nomination quota.
- Prospective workers should align their job search with the 2027 allocation timeline.
Coste y documentos
- No additional fees are introduced; applicants follow standard OINP cost structures.
- Required documentation remains those outlined in the OINP eligibility guidelines.
Lo que debes hacer
- Foreign workers with a Thunder Bay job offer must submit an Expression of Interest within 30 days of employer registration.
- Thunder Bay employers should email [email protected] to register job offers and learn about the REDI draw schedule.
A quién afecta
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Foreign workers with a qualifying job offer in Thunder Bay
They are eligible for the 150 nomination spaces allocated under the REDI initiative.
Qué hacer Must meet OINP criteria, submit an EOI within 30 days, and await selection in the regional draw.
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Thunder Bay employers seeking foreign workers
Employers can register job offers to access the REDI allocation for the region.
Qué hacer Register job offers and contact OINP via email to participate in the program.
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Applicants using the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream
OWPS is the only active OINP pathway that qualifies workers for REDI draws.
Qué hacer Apply through the OWPS to become eligible for the Thunder Bay quota.
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Candidates from the 2025 REDI round
The previous allocation of 200 spots applied to the 2025 round, not the 2027 quota.
Preguntas frecuentes
How many OINP nominations are allocated to Thunder Bay for 2027?
Ontario has allocated 150 OINP nominations to Thunder Bay for 2027. The figure was announced by the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission and represents a reduction from the 200 spots available in the 2025 REDI round.
When was the Thunder Bay allocation announced?
The allocation was announced on Oct. 21 by the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission. The announcement was posted on the commission’s official website and reported in November 2026.
Which OINP program selects workers for the Thunder Bay quota?
Workers are selected through the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) initiative of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. REDI earmarks a portion of the provincial nomination quota for participating regions, including Thunder Bay.
What are the eligibility steps for foreign workers under the REDI initiative in Thunder Bay?
Applicants must meet the minimum OINP pathway criteria, secure a qualifying job offer within Thunder Bay’s community boundary, create an Expression of Interest within 30 days of the employer’s job registration, and be selected in a targeted regional draw. The Ontario Workforce Priority Stream is the current pathway for REDI eligibility.
How can Thunder Bay employers participate in the REDI program?
Employers can register job offers with the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program and email [email protected] to learn more or arrange a consultation. By registering, they make their positions eligible for the 150 nomination spaces allocated for 2027.
