Achieve Your Canadian Dream with the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)
Are you a skilled foreign worker seeking to live and work in one of Canada’s smaller communities? AV Immigration & Visa Services Inc. is here to guide you through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a community-driven program designed to spread the benefits of economic immigration to smaller regions across Canada.
Why Choose the RCIP?
Key Date:
January 31, 2025: Official program launch!
The RNIP creates a pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers who want to contribute to and live in participating rural and northern communities in Canada.
How the RCIP Works
Step 1: Eligibility Check
Ensure you meet both IRCC eligibility requirements and community-specific requirements.
Step 2: Job Search
Find an eligible job with an employer in one of the participating communities.
Step 3: Community Recommendation
Submit your application for recommendation to the community once you have a job offer.
Step 4: Apply for Permanent Residence
If recommended by the community, submit your application for permanent residence to IRCC.
Participating Communities
Each community has its own additional eligibility requirements, job search process, and community recommendation application process.
The following communities will participate in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) (source IRCC website 01/30/2025):
Pictou County, NS
North Bay, ON
Sudbury, ON
Timmins, ON
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Thunder Bay, ON
Steinbach, MB
Altona/Rhineland, MB
Brandon, MB
Moose Jaw, SK
Claresholm, AB
West Kootenay, BC
North Okanagan Shuswap, BC
Peace Liard, BC
The following communities will participate in the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP):
Acadian Peninsula, NB
Sudbury, ON
Timmins, ON
Superior East Region, ON
St. Pierre Jolys, MB
Kelowna, BC
Community Support
The RCIP is unique in its community-driven approach, ensuring that each community:
1. Assesses candidates who best fit their economic needs.
2. Ensures candidates have a genuine employment opportunity.
3. Seeks individuals who intend to stay and contribute to the community.
4. Recommends candidates for permanent residence to IRCC.
5. Connects newcomers with settlement services and mentoring opportunities.
Why Choose AV Immigration & Visa Services Inc.?
Navigating the RCIP can be complex, but AV Immigration & Visa Services Inc. is here to simplify the process for you. We offer:
1. Expert guidance through the eligibility and application processes.
2. Support in finding and securing a job in a participating community.
3. Assistance with community recommendation applications.
4. Comprehensive support throughout your journey to permanent residence.
Ready to start your journey to Canada’s beautiful rural and northern communities?
Ready to start your journey to Canada’s beautiful rural and northern communities? Schedule your complimentary 15-minute consultation (valued at $100) to discuss your immigration goals and begin your application process. Let us help you achieve your dream of living and working in Canada!