INTRODUCTION
As a caregiver, you can work in any of these categories: babysitter, nanny, child-care live-in, child-care provider in a private home, parent’s helper, family caregiver, home support worker, attendant for people with disabilities, live-in caregiver for seniors, respite worker, housekeeper, personal aide as home support, etc.
Having helped many relocate to Canada, I have decided to create the most comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to move to Canada as a Caregiver.
Moving to Canada as a caregiver is possible through several immigration pathways. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process:
1. Understand Canada’s Caregiver Immigration Programs
Canada has two main programs for caregivers:
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Home Child Care Provider Pilot (HCCPP)
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Home Support Worker Pilot (HSWP)
Both programs offer a pathway to permanent residence, but you need a valid job offer before applying.
2. Check If You Qualify
To be eligible, you typically need:
✅ A valid job offer from a Canadian employer
✅ At least one year of experience as a caregiver (either home child care or home support work)
✅ CLB Level 5 in English or French (IELTS: Reading 4.0, Writing 5.0, Listening 5.0, Speaking 5.0)
✅ A Canadian high school diploma or an equivalent foreign credential (you may need an Educational Credential Assessment - ECA)
✅ The ability to perform caregiver duties
3. Get a Job Offer
Your employer must:
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Provide a full-time, non-seasonal job
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Meet employment conditions as per Canadian labor laws
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Give you a signed job offer letter
🔹 Where to Find Jobs?
Check platforms like:
4. Apply for a Work Permit or PR
If you have less than 24 months of caregiver experience in Canada, you apply for a work permit first.
If you already have 24 months of work experience in Canada, you can apply for permanent residency directly.
5. Submit Your Application
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Apply online via the IRCC website
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Pay the processing fee (around $1,085 CAD for PR applications)
6. Move to Canada
Once approved, you will receive a work permit or permanent residence confirmation and can start working in Canada.
Would you like help finding caregiver jobs or preparing a strong application? 😊
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