The Canadian government has announced new caregiver pilots that will provide permanent residence to caregivers upon arrival in Canada . The new pilots aim to improve support for caregivers and provide quality care to Canadian families. The existing Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot will expire on June 17, and the new programs will offer a clear pathway to permanent residence for caregivers ¹ ³.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum language proficiency of level 4 in English or French (Canadian Language Benchmarks)
- Equivalent of a Canadian high school diploma
- Recent and relevant work experience
- Full-time job offer in home care
The new pilots will allow caregivers to work for organizations providing temporary or part-time care to individuals who are semi-independent or recovering from an injury or illness . This change is expected to benefit caregivers and Canadian families alike.
Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan aims to welcome over 15,000 new permanent residents through caregiver programs between 2024 and 2026 . The demand for caregivers is increasing as Canada’s population ages, and the new pilots aim to address this need.
The new caregiver pilots are expected to launch by the end of fall 2024 or early 2025 ². Caregivers interested in working in Canada’s home care sector can apply under these new pilots, which promise to provide clear and straightforward access to permanent resident status upon arrival in Canada.
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Caregiver Job websites
To qualify for this Program, here are Five websites where you can get caregiving jobs in Canada.