EMPLOYER-DRIVEN PILOT PROGRAMS (AIPP)

Here's a general overview of how to proceed with Employer-Driven Pilot Programs:

• Eligibility Assessment: Determine whether you and your prospective employer meet the eligibility criteria for the specific pilot program you're interested in. Criteria may include job requirements, language proficiency, educational qualifications, and settlement funds.
• Find a Designated Employer: Your first step is to secure a job offer from a designated employer participating in the chosen pilot program. Designated employers are businesses or organizations approved by the government to participate in the program and hire foreign workers.
• Job Offer and Endorsement: Once you have a job offer, your prospective employer may need to obtain an endorsement or approval from the relevant provincial or territorial government. This endorsement is often a crucial step in the application process.
• Apply for Permanent Residency: With a valid job offer and endorsement in hand, you can proceed to apply for permanent residency through the designated Employer-Driven Pilot Program. The application process typically involves submitting forms, supporting documents, and paying applicable fees to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
• Processing and Approval: After submitting your application, it will undergo processing by IRCC. This includes verifying the information provided, conducting background checks, and assessing eligibility. If your application is approved, you will receive confirmation of your permanent residency status.
• Settlement and Integration: Upon receiving permanent residency, you can decide to move to Canada and settle in your new community. Many pilot programs offer support services to help newcomers integrate into Canadian society, find housing, access healthcare, and enroll in language classes if necessary.
• Maintaining Permanent Residency: Once granted permanent residency, you must comply with the residency obligations set by IRCC to maintain your status. This includes physically residing in Canada for a certain period within each five-year period.

The AIPP is a collaborative initiative between the federal government and these four provinces aimed at addressing labor market needs and supporting economic growth in the Atlantic region. Therefore, employers in any of these provinces can participate in the AIPP to hire foreign workers and support them in obtaining permanent residency in Canada.

• Age: Generally, under 45 years old.
• Newfoundland and Labrador
• Nova Scotia
• New Brunswick
• Prince Edward Island