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Canada’s Ontario opens new permanent residence pathway for foreign workers
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The new immigration stream, first announced on June 26, 2026, is designed to address labour shortages across key sectors while modernising Ontario’s provincial immigration system.
Successful nominees will receive a provincial support letter, allowing them to apply for a federal work permit while their permanent residence application is processed.
Those applying through the higher-skilled worker and self-employed physician pathways may also qualify under Canada’s Enhanced Provincial Nominee Program linked to Express Entry, potentially benefiting from faster permanent residence processing.
Foreign workers interested in the new pathway are expected to continue registering Expressions of Interest as Ontario expands its provincial immigration programs to address labour market needs.
For foreign workers seeking permanent residence in Canada, the programme broadens immigration opportunities while giving Ontario greater flexibility to address persistent labour shortages across critical sectors.