Canada · Skilled Worker Visa
Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care / Home Support)
Replaced Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot on 2025-03-31. Two streams: (1) Home Child Care Pr…
Replaced Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot on 2025-03-31. Two streams: (1) Home Child Care Provider (NOC 44100) and (2) Home Support Worker (NOC 44101). Direct PR — no Canadian-work-experience requirement (was previously 2 years). CLB 4 (lower than other PR routes), 6 months recent work experience OR 6 months training, full-time job offer in private home or organization. Worker can change employers within the occupation. Replaces the original Live-in Caregiver Program (closed 2014). Capped intake. | [B1 2026-07-15] program_status fica NULL: em canada.ca o scan de…
At a Glance
Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Offer Required | Yes |
| Sponsorship Required | Yes |
| Health Insurance Required | No |
Family & Rights
| Right | Details |
|---|---|
| Path to Permanent Residency | Yes |
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Cost of Living
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care / Home Support)?
Replaced Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot on 2025-03-31. Two streams: (1) Home Child Care Provider (NOC 44100) and (2) Home Support Worker (NOC 44101). Direct PR — no Canadian-work-experience requirement (was previously 2 years). CLB 4 (lower than other PR routes), 6 months recent work experience OR 6 months training, full-time job offer in private home or organization. Worker can change employers within the occupation. Replaces the original Live-in Caregiver Program (closed 2014). Capped intake. | [B1 2026-07-15] program_status fica NULL: em canada.ca o scan de…
Can the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care / Home Support) lead to permanent residency?
Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.
Are there alternative pathways to Canada?
Yes. Canada offers 23 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Canada country page.
What is the cost of living in Canada?
Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Toronto: €2,590/mo; Vancouver: €2,690/mo; Montreal: €2,000/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.
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