**Headline:**
Canada Launches Enhanced Caregiver Pilots for Quick Path to Permanent Residency
**Article:**
In a move that recognizes the invaluable contributions of caregivers from abroad, Canada has introduced new, enhanced caregiver pilot programs that offer a streamlined pathway to permanent residency upon arrival in the country.
As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot draw to a close, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, unveiled the new caregiver initiatives aimed at ensuring continued support for caregivers in Canada. These programs will enable caregivers to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care for individuals who are semi-independent or recovering from an injury or illness.
Under these innovative pilot programs, caregivers will have immediate access to permanent resident status upon arrival in Canada, along with the opportunity to secure employment with reliable employers in the home care sector. The criteria for eligibility will be outlined in the upcoming launch of the pilots, offering a clear path for caregivers seeking to contribute to Canadian families.
Minister Miller highlighted the critical role that caregivers play in supporting families and emphasized the need for programs that reflect their significant contributions. Minister Rechie Valdez, the Minister of Small Business, echoed this sentiment, underscoring the importance of creating policies that support and recognize the caregiver community.
With a focus on meeting the evolving home care needs of Canada’s diverse population, these new PR on arrival pilot programs represent a significant advancement in the country’s caregiver support initiatives. As part of the 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada plans to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents, reflecting the government’s commitment to recognizing the essential role caregivers play in Canadian society.
The launch of these enhanced caregiver pilots is a testament to Canada’s dedication to providing quality care for its citizens and acknowledging the tireless efforts of caregivers who contribute to the well-being of families across the country.
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
Canada Launches Enhanced Caregiver Pilots for Quick Path to Permanent Residency
**Article:**
In a move that recognizes the invaluable contributions of caregivers from abroad, Canada has introduced new, enhanced caregiver pilot programs that offer a streamlined pathway to permanent residency upon arrival in the country.
As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot draw to a close, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, unveiled the new caregiver initiatives aimed at ensuring continued support for caregivers in Canada. These programs will enable caregivers to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care for individuals who are semi-independent or recovering from an injury or illness.
Under these innovative pilot programs, caregivers will have immediate access to permanent resident status upon arrival in Canada, along with the opportunity to secure employment with reliable employers in the home care sector. The criteria for eligibility will be outlined in the upcoming launch of the pilots, offering a clear path for caregivers seeking to contribute to Canadian families.
Minister Miller highlighted the critical role that caregivers play in supporting families and emphasized the need for programs that reflect their significant contributions. Minister Rechie Valdez, the Minister of Small Business, echoed this sentiment, underscoring the importance of creating policies that support and recognize the caregiver community.
With a focus on meeting the evolving home care needs of Canada’s diverse population, these new PR on arrival pilot programs represent a significant advancement in the country’s caregiver support initiatives. As part of the 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada plans to welcome over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents, reflecting the government’s commitment to recognizing the essential role caregivers play in Canadian society.
The launch of these enhanced caregiver pilots is a testament to Canada’s dedication to providing quality care for its citizens and acknowledging the tireless efforts of caregivers who contribute to the well-being of families across the country.
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
