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RNIP

Your Gateway to Settling in Small and Remote Canadian Communities

The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is an initiative spearheaded by the Government of Canada, aimed at fostering economic immigration to smaller and more remote communities in Ontario, Western Canada, and the territories. This community-driven program offers skilled foreign workers a pathway to permanent residency, thus contributing to the growth and development of these regions.

Building upon the success of the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), the RNIP empowers eligible communities in provinces and territories to facilitate permanent residence for foreign workers of diverse skill levels. According to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), participating communities must meet specific eligibility criteria, such as having a population of no more than 50,000, situated at least 75 kilometers from a metropolitan area of 100,000 or more, or being classified as remote with a maximum population of 200,000.

Participating Communities in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot:

  1. North Bay, Ontario
  2. Sudbury, Ontario
  3. Timmins, Ontario
  4. Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
  5. Thunder Bay, Ontario
  6. Brandon, Manitoba
  7. Altona/Rhineland, Manitoba
  8. Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
  9. Claresholm, Alberta
  10. Vernon, British Columbia
  11. West Kootenay (Trail, Castlegar, Rossland, Nelson), British Columbia

Eligibility Requirements:

To qualify for the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program (RNIP), candidates must meet IRCC’s eligibility criteria as well as those established by the participating community. Eligible candidates must:

  • Receive a recommendation from one of the designated communities.
  • Possess at least one year of qualifying work experience in the past three years (equivalent to a minimum of 1,560 hours) or have graduated from a publicly funded post-secondary institution in the recommending community.
  • Hold a genuine job offer to work in one of the designated communities, meeting the minimum wage requirements listed in the Canada Job Bank for the respective NOC, with previous experience demonstrating the ability to perform the job duties.
  • Meet or exceed educational requirements, including a Canadian high school diploma or its foreign equivalent, accompanied by an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report from a designated organization.
  • Attain the language proficiency threshold for the NOC skill type/level of the offered job, with minimum CLB scores as specified.
  • Intend to reside in the community.
  • Demonstrate sufficient funds to support their and their family’s transition into the community.

 

The RNIP presents a unique opportunity for skilled workers to settle in vibrant and diverse Canadian communities while contributing to their economic growth and prosperity.