About Caregiver Programs
Canada's caregiver programs provide qualified caregivers with the opportunity to obtain permanent residence after gaining Canadian work experience. These programs are designed for individuals who provide care for children, elderly persons, or people with medical needs in private homes.
Current Caregiver Pilots
Home Child Care Provider Pilot
For caregivers providing child care in private homes without supervision
- • Care for children under 18
- • Work in private home
- • NOC 4411 occupations
- • Pathway to PR after 24 months
Home Support Worker Pilot
For caregivers providing care for elderly persons or people with disabilities
- • Care for elderly or disabled
- • Work in private home
- • NOC 4412 occupations
- • Pathway to PR after 24 months
Program Requirements
- ✓ Genuine job offer from Canada
- ✓ Meet language requirements (CLB 5)
- ✓ Post-secondary education (1 year+)
- ✓ Relevant training or experience
- ✓ Admissibility to Canada
- ✓ Intend to live outside Quebec
- ✓ Work experience not required initially
- ✓ Meet occupation-specific requirements
Application Process
Step 1: Work Permit Application
Apply for specific occupation work permit with PR application submitted simultaneously.
Step 2: Gain Canadian Experience
Work full-time for at least 24 months within 36 months of arrival in Canada.
Step 3: Submit Work Experience Evidence
Provide proof of qualifying work experience to IRCC for PR assessment.
Step 4: Permanent Residence Grant
Receive confirmation of permanent residence upon meeting all requirements.
Eligible Occupations
Home Child Care Provider (NOC 4411)
- • Babysitters
- • Live-in caregivers
- • Nannies
- • Parent's helpers
- • Foster parents
Home Support Worker (NOC 4412)
- • Attendants for persons with disabilities
- • Live-in caregivers for seniors
- • Personal care attendants
- • Family caregivers
- • Respite workers
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