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Canada immigration for caregivers: Path to Permanent Residency

Aderayo Olabisi Adepoju

02 July 2024 | Last updated 02 July 2024

{"ops":[{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Canada is calling caregivers! The latest updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have made it easier than ever to move to Canada and gain permanent residency (PR) right when you arrive. "},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nWhy? you might ask"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nCanada’s population is aging, and with more people retiring, the need for caregivers is skyrocketing. Over the next six years, more than nine million Canadians are expected to retire, increasing the demand for healthcare and personal care services. This is where you come in – Canada needs your skills and dedication to help care for its citizens."},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nNew Pilot Programs for Caregivers"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nIn June 2024, IRCC launched two new pilot programs that offer a direct path to permanent residency for caregivers as soon as they set foot in Canada. These programs are designed to make the immigration process smoother and faster, ensuring that you and your family can settle down without the usual long waits. "},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n "},{"attributes":{"color":"#242424"},"insert":"In an IRCC news release, Immigration Minister Marc Miller said, “Caregivers play a critical role in supporting Canadian families, and our programs need to reflect their invaluable contributions. As we work to implement a permanent caregivers program, these two new pilots will not only improve support for caregivers, but also provide families with the quality care they deserve.”"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nWhat’s Great About These Programs?"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nPR on Arrival: That’s right, you get your permanent residency the moment you land in Canada. No more endless waiting or uncertainty."},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nSimple Requirements: You need a full-time job offer in home care, meet basic language standards, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and some relevant work experience"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n\n\n"},{"attributes":{"color":"#242424"},"insert":"To be eligible, caregivers must:"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"attain a minimum of level 4 based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks(CLB)"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify","list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"hold the equivalent of a Canadian high school diploma"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify","list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"have recent and relevant work experience"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify","list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"receive an offer for a full-time home care job"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify","list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nCanada’s new pilot programs are a golden opportunity for caregivers looking for a fresh start. With PR on arrival, you can hit the ground running and build a fantastic future for yourself and your family.  Ready to Apply? Start with a one on one session with our licensed immigration consultants"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nAt Shirah, we specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of Canadian immigration. "},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your dream of permanent residency in Canada."},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n🌐www.shirah.co"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"📞+1 (587) 887-2045"},{"attributes":{"align":"justify"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n"}]}

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