Home Child Care Provider Pilot
The Home Child Care Provider Pilot provides a pathway to permanent residence for qualified child care providers who have a job offer in Canada. This program allows candidates to come to Canada with their family and obtain an employer-specific work permit, with the possibility of applying for permanent residence after 24 months of Canadian work experience. The program aims to meet Canada's growing need for child care services.
Who is this program for
Qualified individuals to provide child care in a private residence. Candidates can be abroad or already in Canada with valid status.
Main criteria
Process steps
1. Find a job offer
Get a valid job offer from a Canadian family for home child care.
2. Apply for work permit
Submit an employer-specific work permit application. The employer does not need an LMIA.
3. Work in Canada for 24 months
Accumulate 24 months of full-time work experience in Canada in the eligible occupation.
4. Apply for permanent residence
After 24 months of experience, submit your PR application to IRCC.
Typical documents
This list is not exhaustive. Required documents may vary depending on your situation.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ⚠️Diploma not recognized or equivalency not obtained
- ⚠️Insufficient language score
- ⚠️Not accumulating full 24 months of eligible experience
Processing time
Estimated time. May vary based on application volume.
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