{"id":1224,"date":"2026-04-03T13:50:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T13:50:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sehliglobal.ca\/news\/?p=1224"},"modified":"2026-04-03T13:47:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T13:47:10","slug":"ontario-invites-759-candidates-in-mining-jobs-april-2026-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sehliglobal.ca\/news\/2026\/04\/03\/ontario-invites-759-candidates-in-mining-jobs-april-2026-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Ontario Invites 759 Candidates in Mining Jobs \u2013 April 2026 Update"},"content":{"rendered":"

Great news for candidates already in Canada!<\/p>\n

On\u00a0April 1, 2026<\/strong>, Ontario issued\u00a0759 Invitations to Apply (ITAs)<\/strong>\u00a0under the\u00a0Employer Job Offer streams<\/strong>. This draw focused on candidates working in\u00a0mining-related occupations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you are working or studying in Canada and have a job in this sector, this could be your opportunity to apply for permanent residency.<\/p>\n

Who Was Eligible?<\/h2>\n

To qualify for this draw, candidates must:<\/p>\n

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  • Be\u00a0currently living in Canada<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Hold a\u00a0valid work permit or study permit<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Have a\u00a0job offer from an Ontario employer<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Work in a\u00a0mining-related occupation (NOC code)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Streams Covered in This Draw<\/h2>\n

    1. Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream<\/h3>\n
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    • Minimum Score:<\/strong>\u00a056<\/li>\n
    • Requires a valid job offer in specific mining-related occupations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Eligible Job Roles Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Electrical and electronics engineers<\/li>\n
      • Mining engineers<\/li>\n
      • Geological engineers<\/li>\n
      • Chemical technologists<\/li>\n
      • Occupational health and safety specialists<\/li>\n
      • Industrial technicians<\/li>\n
      • Welders<\/li>\n
      • Heavy-duty equipment mechanics<\/li>\n
      • Manufacturing managers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        This stream is ideal for experienced workers already employed in Canada<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

        2. Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream<\/h3>\n
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        • Minimum Score:<\/strong>\u00a085<\/li>\n
        • For recent graduates working in eligible occupations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Eligible Job Roles Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Engineers (electrical, mining, geological)<\/li>\n
          • Technicians and technologists<\/li>\n
          • Industrial electricians<\/li>\n
          • Heavy equipment operators<\/li>\n
          • Welders and mechanics<\/li>\n
          • Manufacturing managers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            This is a great opportunity for international students who studied in Canada and now have a job offer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

            3. Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream<\/h3>\n
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            • Minimum Score:<\/strong>\u00a034<\/li>\n
            • Focused on specific high-demand roles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Eligible Job Role:<\/strong><\/p>\n