About the programme
The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) was a community-driven programme to boost economic growth in rural Canada. Skilled workers with a job offer from an employer in a participating community could apply for permanent residence and settle there.
The RNIP pilot has ended. Canada’s new Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) carries the same idea forward. We’ll tell you which rural routes are open now and whether you qualify.
Typical eligibility
- Over 18 years of age
- A valid job offer in the community you apply to
- Qualifying work experience
- Education that meets the programme requirement: a Canadian credential, or a foreign one with an ECA
- Language test results at the required level
- A genuine intention to live in the community
Documents you’ll need
- Educational certificates
- Language test results, such as IELTS
- Proof of funds
- Police clearance certificate
- A letter confirming your intention to settle in the community
- Job offer letter
- Copy of your passport and two photographs