Caregiver Program Work Permit – Sapra Immigration

Overview of Canada’s Caregiver Pathways

Canada offers immigration programs that allow qualified foreign caregivers to come and work in Canada with a clear path to permanent residence. Through the Home Child Care Provider Pilot (NOC 44100) and the Home Support Worker Pilot (NOC 44101), eligible caregivers can receive an occupation-restricted open work permit to gain the required Canadian experience while working for a Canadian family.

What Is a Caregiver Work Permit?

Unlike employer-specific work permits, this occupation-restricted open work permit allows caregivers to work for any employer in Canada, provided the job aligns with the eligible caregiving occupations. This work permit is part of a two-step process:
1. Apply for permanent residence and the work permit simultaneously under either pilot.
2. Receive the work permit to work in Canada for up to 3 years while your PR is processed.

Eligible Occupations

To qualify for this program, the caregiver must intend to work in one of the following roles:

Home Child Care Provider (NOC 44100): Caring for children under 18 in a private home.
Home Support Worker (NOC 44101): Assisting seniors, persons with disabilities, or individuals in recovery.

Caregivers cannot work for foster parents or in institutional settings under these pilots.

Basic Eligibility Criteria

To apply for a caregiver work permit and PR under the pilot, you must:

Have a valid full-time job offer in Canada (outside Quebec).
Demonstrate at least 1 year of post-secondary education (Canadian or foreign equivalent, verified via ECA).
Prove language proficiency (CLB 5 in English or French).
Provide police clearance, medical exam, and biometrics.
Not have prior Canadian experience as a caregiver (if applying under the Gaining Experience category) — or have 24 months of experience already if applying under the Direct to PR stream.

Work Permit Conditions

Type: Occupation-restricted open work permit
Duration: Up to 3 years
Location: Valid across Canada (excluding Quebec)
Employer Requirements: No LMIA needed, but employer must issue a compliant full-time offer with duties matching NOC 44100 or 44101

Common Applicants – Who Chooses This Path?

This work permit is best suited for:

Foreign caregivers seeking permanent residency in Canada
Families in Canada needing live-in or live-out care for children, elderly, or persons with disabilities
Applicants who already have some education and work experience in caregiving or nursing abroad

How We Help at Sapra Immigration?

At Sapra Immigration Services Inc., we support both employers and caregivers through the entire process:

Job offer and eligibility assessment
ECA and language test guidance
Work permit & PR application filing
Medical and biometrics coordination
Support letters and SOP drafting
Post-arrival transition planning

All services are led by a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) with a focus on ethical and success-driven representation.

Step 1: Determine Eligibility
Step 2: Create Your Express Entry Profile
Step 3: Gather Necessary Documents
Step 4: Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
Step 5: Prepare Your Application
Step 6: Submit Your Complete Application within timeframe
Step 7: Respond to Additional Information Requests
Step 8: Receive Your Decision
Step 9: If Approved, Receive Your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR) Document

Frequently Asked Questions

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Eligible Family Members

• Spouses or common-law partners

• Dependent children

• Parents and grandparents