The pilot connects participating communities, designated employers, and skilled candidates. A qualifying job offer and community recommendation are central to the route, while local priorities differ by community.
Who this route suits
Candidates with qualifying employment in a participating rural community.
Participating communities
Specific rural and smaller communities across Canada participate in this pilot. Each community has its own designated employers and local priorities. Availability varies by community and period.
Requirements
Applicants need qualifying work experience, a job offer from a designated employer in a participating community, a community recommendation letter, and language ability meeting program standards.
Important to know
Use community-specific occupation and employer information rather than one national list.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I choose which community to apply to?
- You can express interest in multiple communities, but you need a genuine job offer and connection to the specific community you apply through.
Check before you apply. General information only. Requirements, fees, and occupation lists change. The relevant authority makes the final decision on every application. Confirm current requirements with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Related routes
Working in a regulated profession in Canada?
A visa does not give permission to practise a regulated profession. Registration is a separate process.