**Headline: Canada Launches Enhanced Caregiver Pilots Providing Instant Permanent Residence for Caregivers**
In a groundbreaking move, Canada has introduced new and improved caregiver pilot programs that grant caregivers immediate permanent residence upon arrival in the country. The Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller, unveiled these innovative initiatives set to revolutionize the caregiver sector in Canada.
Caregivers from abroad have long been the backbone of Canadian families, offering invaluable services to children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot near their completion, the new caregiver pilots aim to ensure a seamless transition for caregivers and a more streamlined pathway to permanent residency.
Under these new pilot programs, caregivers will have the opportunity to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care for semi-independent individuals or those recovering from injuries or illnesses. This approach not only guarantees reliable employment but also promises caregivers immediate access to permanent resident status upon arrival.
The enhanced caregiver pilots mark a significant stride towards addressing the evolving needs of Canada’s diverse population, reflecting the government’s commitment to supporting caregivers and fostering quality care for Canadian families.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Miller emphasized the crucial role caregivers play in Canadian society, highlighting the need for policies that align with their invaluable contributions. Minister of Small Business, Rechie Valdez, echoed this sentiment, underlining the importance of recognizing and rewarding the caregiver community for their dedication.
With the inventory for the Live-in Caregiver Program showing a drastic decrease from over 60,000 in 2014 to less than 1% today, Canada’s 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan aims to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents. Since its inception in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have already obtained permanent residency through the existing caregiver pilot programs.
As the new caregiver pilot programs gear up for launch, further details, including eligibility criteria and application procedures, will be released to ensure a smooth transition for caregivers seeking to make Canada their new home.
For media inquiries: Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
In a groundbreaking move, Canada has introduced new and improved caregiver pilot programs that grant caregivers immediate permanent residence upon arrival in the country. The Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller, unveiled these innovative initiatives set to revolutionize the caregiver sector in Canada.
Caregivers from abroad have long been the backbone of Canadian families, offering invaluable services to children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot near their completion, the new caregiver pilots aim to ensure a seamless transition for caregivers and a more streamlined pathway to permanent residency.
Under these new pilot programs, caregivers will have the opportunity to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care for semi-independent individuals or those recovering from injuries or illnesses. This approach not only guarantees reliable employment but also promises caregivers immediate access to permanent resident status upon arrival.
The enhanced caregiver pilots mark a significant stride towards addressing the evolving needs of Canada’s diverse population, reflecting the government’s commitment to supporting caregivers and fostering quality care for Canadian families.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Miller emphasized the crucial role caregivers play in Canadian society, highlighting the need for policies that align with their invaluable contributions. Minister of Small Business, Rechie Valdez, echoed this sentiment, underlining the importance of recognizing and rewarding the caregiver community for their dedication.
With the inventory for the Live-in Caregiver Program showing a drastic decrease from over 60,000 in 2014 to less than 1% today, Canada’s 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan aims to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents. Since its inception in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have already obtained permanent residency through the existing caregiver pilot programs.
As the new caregiver pilot programs gear up for launch, further details, including eligibility criteria and application procedures, will be released to ensure a smooth transition for caregivers seeking to make Canada their new home.
For media inquiries: Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
