AGRI-FOOD
IMMIGRATION PLOT
The Agri-Food Pilot program is a Canadian immigration initiative designed to address labor shortages within the agri-food sector while offering permanent residency to foreign workers with relevant experience in certain agricultural and food processing occupations. Launched as a three-year pilot program in May 2020, it aims to support the long-term growth and sustainability of Canada's agricultural industry by attracting and retaining skilled workers.
PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE:
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Addressing Labor Shortages: The program seeks to address persistent labor shortages faced by employers in the agri-food sector, particularly in occupations where Canadian workers are in short supply.
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Economic Growth: By facilitating the recruitment of skilled workers from abroad, the program aims to support the growth and competitiveness of Canada's agri-food industry.
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Permanent Residency: One of the key objectives of the pilot program is to provide a pathway to permanent residency for eligible foreign workers, thereby encouraging their long-term settlement in Canada.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
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Occupational Categories: The program targets specific occupations within the agri-food sector, including farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers, general farm workers, and food processing laborers.
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Work Experience: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, non-seasonal work experience in one of the eligible occupations within the three years preceding their application. your work experience must have been for paid work. Any periods of self-employment or unauthorized work will not be included when calculating the period of qualifying work experience.
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Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English or French is required, demonstrated through standardized language tests.
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Educational Requirements: While not mandatory, having a Canadian secondary or post-secondary educational credential or an equivalent foreign credential can enhance an applicant's eligibility.