Applying for a Canadian work visa through Canadian home caregiver immigration to care for the elderly, disabled and children is one of the ways to obtain permanent residence in Canada. Since 2019, two pilot programs with the titles Home Support Worker Pilot Program and Home Child Care Provider Pilot Program have been announced.
Conditions for obtaining a caregiver visa
- A job offer from an eligible Canadian employer (if you have less than 24 months of relevant Canadian work experience).
- English or French language certificate at IELTS level 6
- Training course related to taking care of the elderly, disabled people or children
- Work experience related to nursing the elderly, disabled people or children
- At least 6 months of your work experience must be near the employer.
- At least 19 years old
Necessary documents to obtain a caregiver visa
- Job offer letter from Canadian employer
- Valid passport and travel history
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- English language certificate (CLB 5)
- Academic degree and transcripts
- Evaluation report or degree equivalency through WES or ICAS
- Clearances
- Two photos
- Relevant forms
Job documents that show you are capable of working as a home caregiver for children or the elderly (such as related certificates, work experience, etc.)
Benefits of immigrating to Canada for caregivers
- This immigration method does not require obtaining an LMIA.
- This immigration program is an application for permanent residence in Canada, not just a work permit
- No higher language qualification required: CLB5
- The applicant’s children benefit from free education in Canadian public schools.
- It is possible for the applicant to continue studying part-time.
- It is possible to accompany all family members.
- The applicant’s spouse can receive an open work permit.
- It is possible to change the employer in the same job.
- This program includes all Canadian provinces except Quebec
- You can use paid or unpaid work experience.
Home care immigration programs allow applicants to gain the work experience necessary to qualify for permanent residency. If the applicant has experience working as a home care provider to care for children, the elderly, or the disabled, this experience can help qualify them for permanent residency.
Canadian home caregiver
Home caregivers in Canada perform a variety of duties in the home, including caring for children, the elderly, and the disabled. This job is known as Caregiver and the applicants can immigrate to Canada and finally get permanent residence by getting a caregiver visa.
Some duties of home caregivers in Canada
- Taking care of health and personal hygiene of people under care
- Preparing and serving food
- doing housework
- Companionship and conversation
- Helping people with daily activities
- Providing primary medical care
Home Caregiver Salary in Canada
The salary of home caregivers in Canada depends on various factors such as work history, experience, skills, workplace, type of work, etc. On average, the salary of home nurses in Canada is between 23,400 and 43,070 Canadian dollars per year.
Some factors affecting the salaries of home caregivers in Canada:
- Work experience: The more work experience, the higher the salary.
- Experience: Experience working with the elderly, disabled or children can increase salary.
- Skill: Having specialized skills such as CPR, first aid, etc. can increase salary.
- Place of work: The salaries of home nurses in big cities are generally higher than in small cities.
- Type of work: The salaries of nurses who work around the clock are generally higher than those who work only during the day.
In addition to the basic salary, home caregivers may receive other benefits such as:
- Insurance
- Dental insurance
- sick leave
- Annual leave
- Food and accommodation
