Canada launched
two new pilot programs for caregivers on June 18, 2019 that
facilitate the hiring of foreign caregivers.
- Home Child Care Provider Pilot (NOC 4411, excluding foster
parents).
- Home Support Worker Pilot (NOC 4412, excluding
housekeepers).
Both pilots provide caregivers with a pathway to permanent
residence once they have two years of eligible Canadian work
experience.
The pilots also allow the caregiver to bring family members with
them to work or study while they are gathering their work
experience.
Hiring a Caregiver From Overseas
Employers outside Quebec wishing to hire a caregiver from
overseas must use the above two pilots.
This replaces the previous Temporary Foreign Worker Program
system. If an employer submitted a
Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application on or after
June 18, 2019, the application will not be processed.
