Ontario OINP adds 10 points for $80,000+ earners
Ontario OINP raises points for top earners under Ontario Workforce Priority Stream — new $80,000+ bracket awards 10 points
Immediate change and why it matters
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has increased the points awarded under the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream (OWPS) for candidates reporting at least $80,000 in annual earnings. The change was implemented on Oct. 5, 2026 and announced on Oct. 7, 2026. Profiles that meet the criteria have been updated automatically.
This matters because the new top bracket now gives 10 points instead of the previous 8 points for the highest earnings band. Higher points can improve an applicant’s overall OWPS score and their chances of being selected for a provincial nomination — a key step before applying to the federal government for permanent residence.
How the earnings factor now scores
Earnings must be shown by a Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment (NOA) issued within the past five years. The updated earnings-to-points schedule is:
– Annual earnings ≥ $80,000 — 10 points
– $70,000–$79,999 — 8 points
– $50,000–$69,999 — 6 points
– $30,000–$49,999 — 4 points
– 0 — no points
Who is affected
This change applies to OWPS candidates with eligible Canadian work experience and an NOA within the last five years. Key points:
– Candidates with $80,000 or more on an eligible NOA will now receive 10 points for the earnings factor.
– Those earning $70,000–$79,999 remain at 8 points.
– Lower brackets remain unchanged.
– The OINP says the new scoring was applied automatically to affected profiles; candidates should not need to resubmit NOAs solely because of this update.
Practical impact
An extra 2 points can be meaningful in a ranked selection process where many applicants have similar overall profiles. While the notice does not promise nomination based on these points alone, the increase improves the competitive position of top earners in OWPS.
What candidates should do now
– Check your CRA Notice of Assessment(s) to confirm the annual earnings used for scoring and that the NOA is within the past five years.
– Review your OINP profile to verify the updated points appear. If your profile does not reflect the change and you believe it should, consult OINP guidance channels.
– Keep copies of your NOAs ready in case further verification is requested.
– Monitor OINP communications for any additional operational guidance or clarifications.
Limitations and unchanged elements
The posted notice adjusts only the earnings scoring band and the points assigned. It does not change other OWPS factors, eligibility rules, or federal PR application requirements. The NOA remains the evidence standard for earnings.
Next steps to watch for
Candidates should watch for follow-up OINP bulletins that might clarify edge cases (for example, how multiple NOAs are assessed) or announce selection rounds that reflect the new scoring.
Breaking-news status
The OINP posted the update as implemented on Oct. 5, 2026 and publicly announced it on Oct. 7, 2026. This is a confirmed scoring adjustment; candidates and advisers should continue to monitor the OINP for any further details or operational guidance.
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