REDI Nipissing District | North Bay Economic Development

Unlock New Opportunities: REDI, Set, Go!

Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI)

Helping Nipissing District employers attract and retain the skilled workers they need.

The Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) initiative, led by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), helps employers address workforce needs that cannot be met through the local labour market. Through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), REDI allocates nomination spaces to selected communities with a demonstrated need for newcomer talent and the capacity to support newcomer integration.

Running until December 31, 2027, the initiative serves the Nipissing District census division, as defined by Statistics Canada. For 2026, up to 150 nomination spaces have been allocated to Nipissing District, specifically reserved for eligible applicants with qualifying job offers within the district.

Participating communities receive dedicated OINP support, including employer information sessions, while employers can access provincial business services to help them understand and use the program. The City of North Bay’s Economic Development Department serves as community lead, supporting promotion of REDI across Nipissing District.

Learn more about Ontario’s REDI initiative

How Does it Work?

There is no separate application process for REDI. Applicants must meet the applicable OINP requirements and use the provincial Expression of Interest (EOI) system.

For applications supported by a job offer, the employer starts the process through the OINP Employer Portal. The worker then registers an Expression of Interest. If invited, the employer and worker submit their respective applications.

If you are an employer or stakeholder in Nipissing District, contact OINP to learn more about the program or schedule an employer consultation.

Email: immigration.ontario@ontario.ca

Employer Guide

Review employer eligibility and job-offer requirements.

How to Apply

Understand the Expression of Interest system and application steps.

Employer Portal

Learn how to register, submit job offers and apply for position approval.

More Information

Ontario Workforce Priority stream Latest OINP program updates

Applicants

For potential applicants, if you have general questions about the OINP, you can:

use the webform
call Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at:
- Tel: 416-327-0374
- Toll-free: 1-866-214-6820 (toll-free within North America only)

If you have questions about your application for a visa or temporary permit or your application for permanent residence, please contact Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada through their website or by telephone at 1-888-242-2100 (in Canada only).

Webform

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