Launched in 2019, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is an initiative to boost economic growth in rural and northern communities across Canada by attracting skilled workers. This program targets communities in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and Yukon.
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Canada is renowned for its welcoming approach to immigrants, with many new arrivals typically settling in major urban centers like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. The RNIP aims to balance this by encouraging newcomers to consider smaller, less populated areas that benefit from their skills and expertise. What’s more, participating communities receive significant support from the Federal Government to identify and select candidates for permanent residency, helping to stimulate local economic development.
Communities Participating in RNIP
As of June 2019, eleven communities have been selected to participate in the RNIP, each receiving various supports to ensure the success of the pilot:
Ontario
Thunder Bay
Sault Ste. Marie
Sudbury
Timmins
North Bay
Manitoba
Gretna-Rhineland-Altona-Plum Coulee
Brandon
Saskatchewan
Moose Jaw
Alberta
Claresholm
British Columbia
West Kootenay
Vernon
Program Requirements for Communities
Have a population of 50,000 or less and be located at least 75 km from the core of a census metropolitan area, or have a population of 200,000 or less and be considered remote from larger cities.
Submit an economic development plan supported by a local organization that manages the pilot.
Demonstrate employment opportunities and the capacity to support newcomer settlement.
Steps to Permanent Residence
Federal Government Eligibility Requirements
Work Experience/International Student Exemption
Candidates must have one year (1,560 hours) of work experience in the last three years or
Be a recent graduate from a publicly-funded post-secondary institution in the recommending community.
Language Requirements
Minimum Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) based on the National Occupational Classification (NOC) of their job:
– TEER 0 and 1: CLB 6 – TEER 2 and 3: CLB 5 – TEER 4 and 5: CLB 4
Educational Requirements
Canadian high school diploma or equivalent foreign credential with an accredited educational credential assessment (ECA) report.
Settlement Funds
Candidates must prove they have sufficient funds to support themselves and their families during the settlement period, except those already working legally in Canada.
Community-Specific Requirements
Candidates must meet both the federal and community-specific eligibility criteria.
They must find an eligible job with an employer in a participating community.
With a job offer, candidates can apply for a community recommendation.
Upon receiving a community recommendation, candidates can then apply for permanent residence.
Ensure they meet both federal and community-specific requirements.
Secure a job offer from an employer in a participating community. Parsis International Inc might help you in this regard.
We can then submit an application for community recommendation.
And finally apply for permanent residence once recommended by the community for you.
Conclusion
The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot is a community-driven program designed to spread the benefits of immigration across Canada’s smaller and northern communities. This initiative not only aims to stimulate economic growth but also to address labor shortages in these areas. By providing support and creating opportunities, the RNIP makes potential immigrants feel valued and needed. If you are considering immigrating to Canada and want to explore opportunities in smaller communities, the RNIP could be an excellent pathway.
