Canadian Immigration Pilot Programs
Here are the popular Canadian Immigration Pilot Program options for those who want to work in a certain field and are planning to settle in Canada. We select the best available program options for you !
From time to time, Canada immigration department launch pilot programs which are usually for 3-5 years period. Currently the following pilot programs are available,
| RURAL AND NORTHERN IMMIGRATION PILOT | ATLANTIC IMMIGRATION PILOT |
|---|---|
| This pilot is geared for individual towns in small communities of Canada to address their labor shortages. A job offer from participating community will get you nomination of that community and hence getting PR would be accessible. | Only provincial designated employer can support foreign worker or an international student in Atlantic Provinces. Signing an offer of permanent employment and getting a settlement plan from settlement service provider organization is part of this program. |
| AGRI FOOD PILOT – Eligible Agri- food sector has started this program to address the labor shortage for experienced, non-seasonal workers. Under this pilot program of Permanent residence, Canadian work experience is required along with other requirements. | HOME/CHILD CARE PROVIDER PILOT – This pilot program provides in-home caregivers with the opportunity to become a permanent resident once they have 2 years of eligible work experience in Canada. |
| BC TECH PILOT – This program allows the technology sector in BC to attract and retain the talent it needs to grow the sector further. BCPNP issues invitations on a weekly basis to qualified registrants. | HEALTH CARE WORKERS PR PATHWAY – This is most recent program for eligible refugee claimants to apply for permanent residence if they provided direct patient health care during COVID-19 pandemic. |
Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot
RNIP is a community driven program. It is designed to spread the benefits of economic immigration to smaller communities by creating a path to PR for skilled foreign worker who wants to live and work in one of these participating communities:
| 1. | North Bay | ON |
| 2. | Sudbury | ON |
| 3. | Timmins | ON |
| 4. | Sault ste Marie | ON |
| 5. | Thunder Bay | ON |
| 6. | Brandon | MB |
| 7. | Altona/Rhineland | MB |
| 8. | Moose Jaw | SK |
| 9. | Claresholm | AB |
| 10. | Vernon | BC |
| 11. | West Kootenay | BC |
EDO- Economic Development Organization of a participating community. Each EDO has its own recommendation application procedures but IRCC has the authority to make the final decision.
Eligibility:
| 1. | Intend to live in the community |
| 2. | Within the last 3 years, at least 1-year continuous full time work experience |
| 3. | Must have valid job offer in NOC O, A,B,C,D |
| 4. | Recommendation from the community |
| 5. | Qualification assessment or Canadian Education |
| 6. | Language: NOC C/D =CLB 4; NOC B 5; NOC A/O=6 |
*Note: International Students who graduated with a degree or diploma, certificate from a Canadian post-secondary institution located in the community are exempt from work experience in 2+ years of post-secondary education or master’s degree.
| Temporary Resident Visa | Temporary Resident Permit |
|---|---|
| TRV also known as Visitor Visa is an official document placed in the passport. It shows requirements are met to enter Canada Most Visitor Visa holders can stay up to 6 months in Canada. | TRP is a short visa granted to applicants who are otherwise ineligible to enter Canada. Application is the same as TRV but the processing fee is $200 and extra documentation is to be provided to get authorization from CBSA officer at POE or Immigration Officer of IRCC. |
| Eligibility | Eligibility |
| 1. Valid Travel Document | 1. Any court document related to charges, connections, sentences |
| 2. Convince Officer that stay is short and you will leave Canada at the end of your stay. | 2. Letter of reference |
| 3. Have enough money to support yourself during your stay. | 3. Personal statement from applicant TRP is also granted to, |
| 4. Strong ties to home country | -visitors -students -workers |