New Pathways for Caregivers: Canada Introduces Enhanced Pilot Programs for Permanent Residency
Toronto, June 3, 2024 – Caregivers from abroad play a vital role in Canadian families, making a significant impact on the lives of children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot approach their conclusion later this month, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, the Honourable Marc Miller, has unveiled new, enhanced caregiver pilots to ensure caregivers can continue to come to Canada with the goal of establishing permanent residency pathways.
Under the new pilot programs, home care workers will now receive permanent residence (PR) upon arrival in Canada. This will enable them to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care to semi-independent individuals or those recuperating from injuries or illnesses. This initiative aims to streamline the process for caregivers to secure employment with reputable employers and obtain permanent resident status upon their arrival in Canada.
Eligible candidates interested in working in Canada’s home care sector must meet specified criteria to qualify for the new permanent residency on arrival pilot programs. Further details, including full eligibility requirements and application procedures, will be disclosed closer to the official launch of the pilots.
Minister Marc Miller emphasized the significance of caregivers’ contributions to Canadian families, highlighting the importance of creating policies that uphold and support their role. The Minister of Small Business, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need to recognize and appreciate the dedication of caregivers in the country.
In line with the 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada plans to admit over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents, reaffirming its commitment to supporting caregivers in their journey to becoming valued members of the Canadian society. Since the inception of the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have obtained permanent residency, marking a significant milestone in Canada’s caregiver programs.
For media inquiries: Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary, Minister’s Office, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca Media Relations, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
Toronto, June 3, 2024 – Caregivers from abroad play a vital role in Canadian families, making a significant impact on the lives of children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot approach their conclusion later this month, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, the Honourable Marc Miller, has unveiled new, enhanced caregiver pilots to ensure caregivers can continue to come to Canada with the goal of establishing permanent residency pathways.
Under the new pilot programs, home care workers will now receive permanent residence (PR) upon arrival in Canada. This will enable them to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care to semi-independent individuals or those recuperating from injuries or illnesses. This initiative aims to streamline the process for caregivers to secure employment with reputable employers and obtain permanent resident status upon their arrival in Canada.
Eligible candidates interested in working in Canada’s home care sector must meet specified criteria to qualify for the new permanent residency on arrival pilot programs. Further details, including full eligibility requirements and application procedures, will be disclosed closer to the official launch of the pilots.
Minister Marc Miller emphasized the significance of caregivers’ contributions to Canadian families, highlighting the importance of creating policies that uphold and support their role. The Minister of Small Business, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need to recognize and appreciate the dedication of caregivers in the country.
In line with the 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada plans to admit over 15,000 caregivers as permanent residents, reaffirming its commitment to supporting caregivers in their journey to becoming valued members of the Canadian society. Since the inception of the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot in 2019, nearly 5,700 caregivers and their families have obtained permanent residency, marking a significant milestone in Canada’s caregiver programs.
For media inquiries: Bahoz Dara Aziz Press Secretary, Minister’s Office, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Bahoz.DaraAziz@cic.gc.ca Media Relations, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
