The live in caregiver program is intended for individuals or families who are seeking someone (such as a nanny) who can provide care to children, the elderly or the disabled in a private household.

Employers:
Interested in hiring a live in caregiver? The caregiver must live in your home to provide care for children, the elderly or the disabled. As the employer, you must reasonably advertise for the position then obtain a positive labour market opinion for your offer of employment from (HRSDC) service Canada.

** you will be required to provide information on adequate wage standards, taxation, health insurance, workers compensation and other relevant matters.

For coordination of the labour market opinion and assistance with candidate selection please contact us.

Employees:
This program allows for trained caregivers to work in Canada.

To be eligible you must meet 4 main requirements.

Successful completion of a Canadian High School equivalent.
Completion of 6 months of full-time training in a classroom setting or 12 months of full-time paid employment, including at least 6 months of continuous employment in a field or a profession related to the position you are seeking as a live in caregiver.

** Training or experience must be in areas such as; early childhood education, geriatric care, pediatric nursing or first aid.

-The relevant experience must have been obtained within the 3 years immediately prior to applying.

-Speak, read and understand English or French.

-Must have a written employment contract between you and your prospective employer.

Once the above criteria’s have been met you may apply for a work permit from your country of residence. Please view the section on work permit for further requirements.

Please note: After working two years as a live in caregiver, you will be eligible to apply for permanent residence.

For coordination of your work permit please fill in our no obligation
online assessment form
or contact us.