How To Apply
This section covers the immigration process. It also points you to the forms you will need to fill out.
Opportunities Ontario: Provincial Nominee Program
Opportunities Ontario: Provincial Nominee Program (Opportunities Ontario) launched in 2009.
Ontario employers can nominate key individuals with critical skills and expertise for work permits and permanent residence in Canada through Opportunities Ontario. This is helpful for employers who are having difficulty finding the skilled workers they need.
Please note that Opportunities Ontario is employer-driven. This means that you can only apply if your employer is pre-screened, the position is approved, and your employer provides you with a nominee application package from Opportunities Ontario.
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Immigrating to Canada
If you want to immigrate to Ontario as a permanent resident under the federal immigration program, you must first apply with the Government of Canada. The same is true if you want to work or study here temporarily. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is responsible for these programs.
Permanent Immigration
Immigrating to Ontario, Canada
The name “Ontario” comes from a native word, possibly “Onitariio” or “Kanadario,” loosely translated as “beautiful” or “sparkling” water or lake. Learn more about Ontario’s people and history.
Skilled Workers
Applying as a business immigrant if you are an investor, entrepreneur or self-employed person
Adopting a child from another country
Becoming a Canadian citizen, after you’ve become a permanent resident
Temporarily Working, Studying or Living in Ontario
Information about working temporarily in Ontario
Information about studying temporarily in Ontario
See our OntarioImmigration.ca pages on Work Permits and International Students for more information.
