CEDC Immigration Pilots
Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) Pilot
The Thunder Bay CEDC was pleased to have participated in the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot in 2025. Please note that the pilot ended on December 31, 2025 and is currently closed for applications.
Local employers looking to fill or retain skilled positions should explore the Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP)
Learn more by clicking this link: Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) | ontario.ca
The 2025 RCIP program is now closed to all applications as we have issued all our allocated recommendations.
Please monitor our website in the new year to learn more about the 2026 Thunder Bay CMA RCIP.*
*note that we will post information once we have our approvals. Discussions between Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and RCIP communities are ongoing regarding 2026 allocations, priority sector and NOC code decisions, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q- I heard the new announcement from IRCC about the Rural Immigration Pilot. Does this mean the Thunder Bay & Area RNIP will continue after August 2024?
A – Information about the new pilots or the permanent program is available on the IRCC website. CEDC has no involvement at this time. Please continue to monitor our website for future updates.
Q- I am a candidate who submitted an RNIP application in November 2023. What are the next steps?
A – Those selected for review by the selection committee will be notified via email, and those who are successful will receive a letter via email.
Q- I am a candidate who submitted an RNIP application in November 2023. When will I know if I am successful or not?
A – All successful candidates in the RNIP will be notified by August 2024. CEDC staff can not provide any further details about the review status of specific applications.
Q – I am an employer who wants to enroll in the RNIP- is it still possible to apply?
A- At this point and until further notice, all employer applications are closed.
Q – I am a job seeker who wants to use the RNIP- is it still possible to apply?
A- At this point and until further notice, RNIP applications are closed.
Q- When does the RNIP program end?
A – The program is closed.
