New Pathways to permanent residence will be introduced in 2025, providing opportunities for eligible foreign nationals to settle permanently in Canada.
These new immigration pathways will facilitate applications for permanent residency in Canada. An overview of the various upcoming programs is presented below:
| Pathway | Target Audience |
|---|
| Enhanced Caregiver Pilot Programs (2) | Home care workers, such as child care providers and support workers |
| Francophone Community Immigration Pilot | French speakers meeting labor demands in select communities outside Quebec |
| Manitoba’s West Central Immigration Initiative | Workers interested in living in Manitoba’s rural west-central region |
| Rural Community Immigration Pilot | Individuals addressing labor shortages in specific small rural communities |
Enhanced Caregiver Pilot Programs
The Canadian government is planning to introduce two new and improved caregiver pilots in 2025, answering the ever-growing demand for caregivers.
These two programs replace the two previously offered pilots, Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot, which closed in June of 2024.
Unlike the previous model, the new programs will offer permanent residency to home care workers upon arrival in Canada. Workers will also be able to provide care for individuals who are semi-independent or recovering from illness or injury, including part-time or temporary care roles.
Eligibility Requirements: 1. Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 4 proficiency
2. Equivalent to a Canadian high school diploma
3. Recent, relevant work experience
4. A full-time offer of employment in home care
Full details and eligibility criteria will be released closer to the program’s launch.
Francophone Community Immigration Pilot
The Francophone Community Immigration Pilot forms part of Canada’s effort to grow and support francophone communities outside Quebec. This program will concentrate on attracting French-speaking newcomers to these communities, thereby guaranteeing their economic development and demographic growth.
Eligibility Requirements:
The program will be launched with the Rural Community Immigration Pilot
IRCC will work with designated communities to attract skilled foreign workers to francophone minority communities
Eligibility criteria will be announced closer to the launch.
Manitoba’s West Central Immigration Initiative
On November 15, 2024, Manitoba announced a three-year pilot to help address labor shortages in west-central Manitoba. The program would collaborate with seven rural municipalities and the Gambler First Nation in order to meet local workforce needs.
Eligibility Criteria:
Around 240 to 300 skilled workers are needed to fill regional labor gaps.
Additional information regarding eligibility and the official release date is yet to be declared.
These programs demonstrate Canada’s commitment to regional labor market needs and attract skilled workers to settle in various areas across the country.
Rural Community Immigration Pilot
Building on the success of the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, Canada will launch the Rural Community Immigration Pilot in 2025. The said program will attract newcomers with the ability to address the labor shortages in small rural communities, contributing to long-term settlement in the communities.
Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must be able to meet labor needs in rural communities.
The official program information and eligibility will be announced once the launch is closer.
Credit Source : cic news Original by : Janice Rodrigues
