If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada through a job offer, there’s big news for you. The city of Timmins, Ontario has officially announced the first group of approved employers under two new permanent residence programs: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP).
These programs are special because they are employer-driven. This means you need a valid job offer from one of the designated employers to be eligible to apply for permanent residency under these streams.
Who are designated employers?
A designated employer is a business or organization that has been approved by the local community’s economic development group—in this case, the Timmins Economic Development Corporation. These employers are trusted to support foreign workers through these immigration programs.
RCIP Designated Employers in Timmins:
- 360 Boring Services Inc.
- Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
- Anti-Hunger Coalition Timmins
- Boudreau Automotive Mechanic
- Dark Enterprise
- EV Nickel Inc.
- Pepco
- St Mary’s Gardens GP Inc.
- Timmins and District Hospital
- Toromont Cat
- YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
FCIP Designated Employer in Timmins:
- Fermes Sansoucy Ltee
What do you need to qualify for RCIP or FCIP?
To apply under either the RCIP or FCIP programs, there are a few things you must have in place.
1. A job offer in a priority occupation
You must have a job offer from one of the designated employers, and the job must match one of the priority occupations listed for the Timmins community under RCIP or FCIP. These are jobs that are in demand in the area.
2. Work experience
You need to have at least 1 year (1,560 hours) of relevant work experience in the past 3 years.
However, if you graduated from a school in Timmins, you may not need to meet the work experience requirement.
Your experience must:
- Be related to the skill level of the job being offered
- Match the official job description listed under Canada’s National Occupation Classification (NOC) system
- Include most of the main duties mentioned under the NOC
3. Language ability
You need to meet a minimum English or French language score, depending on the type of job you’re offered. The required score is based on the TEER level (skill level) of the job.
4. Education
You must have a Canadian education credential (like a high school diploma or college degree) or a foreign credential that is equivalent. Foreign degrees may require an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) to prove their value in Canada.
5. Settlement funds
You should show that you have enough savings to support yourself and your family as you move and settle into the community. The amount of money required depends on the size of your family.
1. What is RCIP and FCIP in simple terms?
These are Canadian immigration programs that help smaller communities bring in new workers. To apply, you need a job offer from a local approved employer in that community.
2. Can I apply for RCIP or FCIP without a job offer?
No. A job offer from a designated employer is a must. Without it, you cannot apply through these programs.
3. Is work experience required for everyone?
Yes, unless you’ve graduated from a school in the same community where you’re applying. Then you may be exempt from the work experience rule.
4. How do I know if my job is a “priority occupation”?
You can find the official list of priority occupations for Timmins’ RCIP and FCIP on their website. Only jobs from this list are eligible.
5. Do I need to take a language test?
Yes. You’ll need to take an English or French language test and meet the score required for your job level.
6. What is an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)?
If your education is from outside Canada, an ECA proves that your diploma or degree is equal to a Canadian standard.
7. How much money do I need as proof of funds?
It depends on how many people are in your family. Canada publishes a chart that shows how much money you need based on family size.
This update is a great opportunity for skilled workers looking to settle in a supportive, growing Canadian community. If you have relevant experience and are looking for a job-based immigration option, RCIP and FCIP in Timmins could be a perfect fit.
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