Home Caregiver

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Eligibility

• Worker Status
• For Workers in Canada: Applicants must be currently residing in Canada and be employed as a home care worker.
• Language Proficiency
• CLB Level 4: Applicants must demonstrate language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 4 in English or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) level 4 in French.
• Job Offer
• Full-time Job Offer: You must have a valid fullttime, permanent job offer in the home care sector (Child Care or Home Support).
• Job Details: The job offer should be for work in home care within a private household or eligible home care service provider.
• Work Experience
• Relevant Experience: You must have at least 6 months of continuous, full-time work experience in home care (child care or home support) in the last 3 years before applying.
• Eligible Experience: The experience must be in one of the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes:
• NOC 44100: Home child care providers
• NOC 44101: Home support workers
• NOC 33102: Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates (Work experience in NOC 33102 gained in an institutional setting like long-term care may also be eligible).
• Eligible NOC Codes
• Child Care: NOC 44100
• Home Support: NOC 44101
• Nurse Aides, Orderlies, and Patient Service Associates: NOC 33102 (work in an institutional setting, such as long-term care, may be eligible).
• Experience within the Last 3 Years
• The work experience used to qualify must have been gained within the 3 years prior to submitting your application.
• High Demand
• This program has high demand, and spots fill up quickly. Be sure to prepare your application as early as possible to increase your chances of success.
• The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots offer permanent residence to skilled workers in two categories: Child Care and Home Support. To qualify for either of these pilots, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

How to Apply

• Check Eligibility
• Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria mentioned above.
• Secure a Job Offer
• Obtain a valid job offer from an eligible Canadian employer, such as a home care organization or a private household.
• Prepare Documentation
• Collect the necessary documents, including proof of language proficiency, work experience, education credentials, and your job offer.
• Submit Application
• Applications will be accepted starting March 31, 2025. You will need to apply through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s official platform.
• Wait for Decision
• Once your application is submitted, IRCC will process it, and you will be informed about your application status.

Documents

• Valid Job Offer
• Proof of employment from an eligible Canadian employer.
• Proof of Work Experience
• Documentation of at least six months of relevant work experience in home care or child care.
• Language Test Results
• A valid language test report showing CLB/NCLC level 4 or higher in English or French.
• Educational Credential
• Proof of educational qualifications equivalent to a Canadian high school diploma.
• Police Certificates
• You may need to provide police certificates from countries where you’ve lived for more than six months.
• Medical Examination
• You may need to undergo a medical exam if requested.
• Passport and Identification
• Valid passport or identification document.

Application Fees

• The application fees for the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot are as follows:
• Permanent Residence Application Fee: CAD $1525
• Biometrics Fee: CAD $85 (if applicable).
• Additional Fees: Depending on your specific circumstances, there may be additional fees for things like medical exams or police certificates.

Processing Time

• Factors Affecting Processing Time:
• Application Volume: The number of applications received can impact processing times.
• Document Completeness: Incomplete or inaccurate documentation may cause delays, so it's important to ensure that all required documents are submitted correctly.
• Applicant's Country of Origin: Processing times may vary depending on the applicant's country, as additional checks may be required.
• Additional Factors: Special circumstances such as medical exams or background checks could further affect processing times.
• General Processing Time: Processing times for the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots typically take 6 to 12 months from the time of application until a decision on permanent residency is made.

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