2025 Canada Caregiver Pilot Program: Work, Settle, and Thrive in Canada!
Canada Immigration has announced a new Caregiver Program, set to replace the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots ending in June 2024. This program allows caregivers to receive permanent residency upon arrival, streamlining the immigration process. Unlike previous programs, which required caregivers to complete work experience before applying for permanent residency, this updated program offers residency immediately, provided all eligibility criteria are met.
Key Changes:
Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB 4
Education: High school diploma or higher
Work Experience: Recent relevant work experience
Job Offer: Full-time home care job offer
Caregivers can now be employed directly by families or by agencies, expanding job opportunities, especially in metropolitan areas like Vancouver where the demand for caregiving services is high. The program recognizes part-time and temporary caregiver roles provided by agencies, ensuring more flexible employment.
The program’s official application intake begins March 31, 2025, and details will be released by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Caregivers with a job offer from any employer in Canada, including British Columbia, are eligible to apply.