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Caregiver Immigration to Canada
Canada continues to recognize the critical role caregivers play in supporting families, seniors, and individuals with medical needs. While earlier caregiver immigration pilots have now concluded, caregiver immigration to Canada remains active and has transitioned into new, long-term pathways focused on permanent residence, worker protection, and family unity. Caregivers can immigrate to Canada through occupation-based PR pathways, provincial nominee programs, and targeted work permit transitions, rather than time-limited pilot programs.
Current Status of Caregiver Immigration Programs
The Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot, introduced in 2019, were designed as temporary measures. These pilots reached their application caps and officially closed, and no longer accept new candidates.
However, caregiver immigration has not been discontinued. Instead, Canada has integrated caregivers into mainstream economic immigration programs, offering more stability and long-term access to permanent residence. This shift reflects Canada’s move away from short-term pilots toward predictable, permanent immigration pathways.
Who Is Considered a Caregiver Under Canada’s Immigration System?
Caregivers are individuals who provide essential care services, including child care, elder care, and support for people with medical or special needs. Under Canada’s NOC 2021 / TEER system, caregiver occupations fall primarily under:
- TEER 3 – Home child care providers
- TEER 3 – Home support workers and caregivers
These occupations are recognized as essential labour roles and are now increasingly included in priority immigration selections.
Current Pathways for Caregivers to Immigrate to Canada
1. Express Entry – Occupation-Based Selection
Caregivers are now eligible for permanent residence through Express Entry category-based draws, where Canada selects candidates based on occupation shortages, rather than CRS score alone. Caregivers benefit from:
- Inclusion in healthcare and social services priority selections
- Lower CRS thresholds during targeted draws
- Recognition of Canadian work experience in caregiving roles
This pathway is especially beneficial for caregivers who have already gained authorised Canadian work experience.
2. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) for Caregivers
Many provinces actively nominate caregivers through PNP streams, particularly where demand for in-home care and community support services is high. PNP caregiver pathways may require:
- A valid job offer from a provincial employer
- Relevant caregiving experience
- Language proficiency
- Intent to reside in the nominating province
A provincial nomination significantly increases the chances of securing Canada PR.
3. Work Permit to PR Transition for Caregivers
Caregivers can still enter Canada on occupation-specific work permits, allowing them to work legally while accumulating Canadian experience. Key improvements in the current system include:
- Occupation-specific work permits, not employer-locked permits
- Improved worker mobility and protections
- Faster transition options to permanent residence once eligibility is met
Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) may still apply in some cases, but exemptions and simplified processing are used where labour shortages are acute.
Family Accompaniment & Settlement Benefits
Unlike older caregiver programs that often separated families, Canada’s updated caregiver immigration framework supports family unity. Caregivers may be eligible for:
- Open work permits for spouses or partners (subject to program rules)
- Study permits for dependent children
- Inclusion of family members in permanent residence applications
This ensures caregivers can settle in Canada with their families, improving long-term integration and stability.
Why Canada Changed the Caregiver Immigration Model
Canada restructured caregiver immigration to address issues raised under older programs, including:
- Limited job mobility
- Delayed PR processing
- Employer dependency
- Family separation risks
The current system prioritises:
- Worker protection
- Faster PR access
- Occupation-based fairness
- Long-term settlement success
Eligibility Factors for Caregiver PR Pathways
While requirements vary by pathway, caregivers are generally assessed based on:
- Relevant caregiving work experience
- Language ability in English or French
- Education and training
- Canadian or foreign work history
- Job offers (for PNP or work permit routes)
- Settlement intent
Each pathway has distinct criteria, making strategic planning essential.
Why Professional Guidance Matters for Caregivers
Caregiver immigration pathways are now spread across multiple programs, rather than a single pilot. Choosing the wrong route or relying on outdated pilot information can lead to refusals or delays.
Professional guidance helps caregivers:
- Identify the most suitable PR pathway
- Align experience with the correct TEER codes
- Transition from work permits to PR efficiently
- Avoid outdated or closed programs
Build Your Caregiver Immigration Pathway to Canada
Canada continues to depend on caregivers to support families and communities nationwide. While pilot programs have ended, new permanent and more secure pathways now exist for caregivers to immigrate and settle in Canada. Canada Immigration Global supports caregivers with eligibility assessments, work permit planning, PR transitions, and family applications—helping caregivers build a stable future in Canada.