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Caregiver Programs (Home Child Care Provider & Home Support Worker)

Work permit and permanent residence pathway for foreign caregivers providing home child care or home support services.

Estimated Cost

$2,300

Processing Time

~2 months

Validity

24 months

Description

Canada's caregiver immigration programs provide pathways for foreign nationals to work in Canada as home child care providers or home support workers, with a direct route to permanent residence. The programs require a valid job offer in a qualifying caregiving occupation, relevant education or training, and language proficiency. Caregivers receive occupation-specific work permits and can apply for permanent residence after gaining 24 months of qualifying Canadian work experience.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-01

Timeline

Processing Time
28 days – 3 months

Average: 2 months

Visa Validity
2 years

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~7 years

Requirements

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Estimated Total$2,300