Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots

Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots

Overview

Launched March 31, 2025, IRCC introduced two new 5‑year pilots offering direct pathways to permanent residence for caregivers in Canada — including Child Care and Home Support streams.

🔄 Two Intake Streams

1. Workers in Canada Stream

   • Opened March 31, 2025, and already capped for 2025.

   • Designed for people currently working in Canada, with valid work authorization or maintained status.

2. Applicants Not in Canada Stream

   • Opening later in 2025.

   • Suitable for candidates outside Canada who have job offers and sufficient settlement funds.

🎯 Key Eligibility Criteria (Both Streams)

• Job Offer: Full-time, non-seasonal position in child care (NOC 44100/42202) or home support (NOC 44101).

• Education: Minimum equivalent of a Canadian high school diploma (foreign credentials require ECA).

• Language: CLB/NCLC level 4 in English or French, tested within 2 years.

• Work Experience or Training: At least 6 months of relevant experience within the past 3 years, or 6-month related post-secondary training.

• Residency Intent: Must plan to live in Canada outside Quebec.

📈 Intake Caps & Volume

• Only Workers in Canada intake counted toward this cap in 2025.

📝 Application Process

1. For In‑Canada Applicants

   • Prepare documents: job offer, language test, education credentials, work proof.

   • Submit application starting March 31, 2025 — online or paper.

2. For Outside‑Canada Applicants

   • Await stream opening and prepare same documentation.

   • Must demonstrate settlement funds.

💵 Fees (2025)

• Processing Fee: CAD 950

• Right of PR Fee: CAD 575

• Biometrics: CAD 85 per individual (max CAD 170 for a family)

• Dependent Child: CAD 260 per child

✅ Why This Matters

• Direct route to PR no longer tied to employer-specific work permits.

• Supports both domestic and international caregivers.

• Reflects Canada’s commitment to valuing caregivers and addressing home-care needs.

Why Choose CanLink to Guide You?

• Expertise & Insight: We stay updated with IRCC’s changes.

• End-to-End Support: Eligibility assessment, documentation prep, online filing or paper lodgment.

• Tailored Strategy: Whether you’re in Canada now or applying from abroad, we align with your unique situation.

✅ Next Steps

If you’re a home care or child care worker with experience or training plus a valid job offer — let’s assess eligibility and start preparing your application.

📩 Contact us for a consultation or eligibility check, and get a custom roadmap for your pathway to Canadian permanent residency.