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Canada Child Care Provider Program 2025: Updates, Closure & Immigration Alternatives for Nannies
The Home Child Care Provider Pilot closed to new applications in June 2024, and the 2025 Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care stream) are paused for new intakes due to high demand. Existing applications are processing.
The former Home Child Care Provider Pilot offered PR to nannies (NOC 44100) and home support workers (NOC 44101) with Canadian experience.
Key Benefits
- Direct pathway to permanent residence
- Include family members
- Canadian work experience required
- For child care and home support workers
Eligible Occupations
- Home child care providers
- Home support workers
- Housekeepers (related)
- Personal care providers
2 NOCs
Eligible occupations
NOC 44100
Responsibilities:
- • Provide care and supervision to children
- • Plan activities and outings
- • Prepare meals and snacks
- • Maintain safe environment
NOC 44101
Responsibilities:
- • Provide personal care and companionship
- • Assist with daily living activities
- • Light housekeeping duties
- • Support seniors and disabled clients
Assess Options
Consult RCIC for PNPs, work permits, or other paths.
Gain/Use Experience
Leverage existing Canadian work for eligibility.
Prepare Documents
Language tests (CLB), education, funds proof.
Apply Via Best Route
Submit to IRCC/province; aim for PR.
Childcare Expertise
Specialized knowledge of childcare and home support worker requirements.
Canadian Experience Focus
Expert guidance on gaining and documenting Canadian work experience.
Fast Processing
Streamlined approach to minimize processing times and maximize success rates.
High Success Rate
96% success rate with child care provider applications.
End-to-End Support
Complete support from work permit to permanent residence.
Family Inclusion
Expert guidance on including family members in your application.
Expertise in Transitions
Guiding clients from closed pilots to new opportunities.
Success in Caregiver Cases
96% rate helping nannies/child care workers—now focusing on alternatives.