Home Child Care Provider Pilot

The Home Child Care Provider Pilot is a program introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to address the shortage of child care providers in certain regions of Canada. This pilot program allows eligible caregivers to come to Canada and work as home child care providers, with the opportunity to apply for permanent residency after gaining work experience.

Key features of the Home Child Care Provider Pilot include:

• Designed to address the shortage of child care providers in certain regions of Canada
• Provides an opportunity for eligible caregivers to come to Canada and work as home child care providers
• Allows caregivers to gain valuable Canadian work experience and integrate into Canadian society
• Eligible caregivers can apply for permanent residency after meeting the work experience requirements
• Employers must meet certain criteria and obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) before hiring a caregiver under this pilot program
• Supports families in Canada by providing access to reliable child care services

Eligibility criteria for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot:

• Must have a valid job offer from a designated employer in Canada to work as a home child care provider
• Must meet language proficiency requirements in English or French
• Must have at least one year of full-time work experience as a home child care provider or a related occupation
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent education
• Must meet admissibility requirements, including security, criminal, and medical checks

Application process for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot:

• The employer must obtain a positive LMIA from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
• The caregiver must submit an application for a work permit along with supporting documents to IRCC
• Upon approval, the caregiver can come to Canada and start working as a home child care provider
• After gaining the required work experience, the caregiver can apply for permanent residency

For detailed information on eligibility criteria, application procedures, and requirements for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot, applicants are advised to consult the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or seek guidance from authorized immigration representatives.