The Live-in Caregiver Program for employers and caregivers abroad

INTRODUCTION

 
This booklet explains the Live-in Caregiver Program to employers or caregivers who plan to participate in the program. Whether you want to employ a caregiver from abroad or are planning to apply under the program as a caregiver, read this information carefully to make sure you know how the program requirements apply to you. By knowing your obligations and rights, you can build a mutually rewarding employer-employee relationship.

The Live-in Caregiver Program's objective is to bring qualified workers to Canada to do live-in work as caregivers when there are not enough Canadians to fill the available positions.

Successful applicants receive a work permit which allows them to work in Canada as live-in caregivers. After two years of employment, which must be completed within three years of the caregiver's arrival in Canada, live-in caregivers can apply in Canada to become permanent residents. They may be granted permanent resident status if they meet the requirements that are described later in this booklet.

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