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**Headline:** Canadian Families Rejoice as Enhanced Caregiver Pilots Offer Smooth Path to Permanent Residence
On June 3, 2024, Toronto—In a significant development for immigrant caregivers in Canada, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, unveiled new pilot programs designed to streamline the process of obtaining permanent residence for those looking to provide care to Canadian families.
The existing Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot will soon be succeeded by these enhanced caregiver pilots, which aim to facilitate the seamless integration of caregivers into Canadian society while recognizing the invaluable contribution they make to families across the country.
Under these revamped programs, caregivers entering Canada will be granted permanent residence upon arrival, streamlining their path towards building a life in their new home. This initiative not only ensures caregivers can find stable employment with reputable organizations but also provides a clear and direct route to obtaining permanent resident status.
Minister Miller emphasized the vital role caregivers play in supporting Canadian families, underscoring the need to adapt programs to better reflect the contributions of these dedicated individuals. The new pilot programs represent a step forward in Canada’s commitment to meeting the evolving home care needs of its diverse population.
Speaking on the importance of the caregiver community, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, highlighted the significant advocacy efforts that have paved the way for this essential pathway. The new policies aim to honor the caregivers who have selflessly cared for Canadian families, ensuring they receive the support and recognition they deserve.
With only a fraction of the Live-in Caregiver Program inventory remaining from a decade ago, Canada is set to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents under the 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan. Since the initiation of the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have already secured permanent resident status.
As Canada continues to prioritize the well-being of caregivers and the families they serve, more details on the eligibility criteria and application process for the new enhanced caregiver pilots will be available before the official launch. This exciting development heralds a brighter future for caregivers and their vital role in enriching the lives of Canadian families.
For media inquiries:
Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca
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**Headline:** Canadian Families Rejoice as Enhanced Caregiver Pilots Offer Smooth Path to Permanent Residence
On June 3, 2024, Toronto—In a significant development for immigrant caregivers in Canada, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, unveiled new pilot programs designed to streamline the process of obtaining permanent residence for those looking to provide care to Canadian families.
The existing Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot will soon be succeeded by these enhanced caregiver pilots, which aim to facilitate the seamless integration of caregivers into Canadian society while recognizing the invaluable contribution they make to families across the country.
Under these revamped programs, caregivers entering Canada will be granted permanent residence upon arrival, streamlining their path towards building a life in their new home. This initiative not only ensures caregivers can find stable employment with reputable organizations but also provides a clear and direct route to obtaining permanent resident status.
Minister Miller emphasized the vital role caregivers play in supporting Canadian families, underscoring the need to adapt programs to better reflect the contributions of these dedicated individuals. The new pilot programs represent a step forward in Canada’s commitment to meeting the evolving home care needs of its diverse population.
Speaking on the importance of the caregiver community, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, highlighted the significant advocacy efforts that have paved the way for this essential pathway. The new policies aim to honor the caregivers who have selflessly cared for Canadian families, ensuring they receive the support and recognition they deserve.
With only a fraction of the Live-in Caregiver Program inventory remaining from a decade ago, Canada is set to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents under the 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan. Since the initiation of the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have already secured permanent resident status.
As Canada continues to prioritize the well-being of caregivers and the families they serve, more details on the eligibility criteria and application process for the new enhanced caregiver pilots will be available before the official launch. This exciting development heralds a brighter future for caregivers and their vital role in enriching the lives of Canadian families.
For media inquiries:
Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca
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