Immigration Pilots for Rural and Francophone
Hello World! Today, we would like to share information on the new immigration pilot programs introduced by the government of Canada in January 2025 for rural and Francophone communities.
Two New Pilot Programs
While Canada’s population continues to concentrate in urban areas, rural and Francophone communities are facing challenges such as labour shortages and population decline. To address these issues, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced two new immigration pilot programs.
Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)
This program is designed to address labour shortages in rural areas and support local economic growth. By attracting skilled workers to these regions, it aims to encourage long-term settlement through employment opportunities.
Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP)
This program focuses on increasing the number of French-speaking newcomers settling in Francophone communities outside of Quebec, supporting their economic and population growth.
Program Structure and Process
Each pilot program involves specific communities designated by the government of Canada. Selected communities work closely with IRCC to identify local labour needs, designate eligible employers, and recommend suitable candidates to IRCC for permanent residence.
Communities Participate in RCIP:
- Pictou County, NS
- North Bay, ON
- Sudbury, ON
- Timmins, ON
- Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Thunder Bay, ON
- Steinbach, MB
- Altona/Rhineland, MB
- Brandon, MB
- Moose Jaw, SK
- Claresholm, AB
- West Kootenay, BC
- North Okanagan Shuswap, BC
- Peace Liard, BC
Communities Participate in FCIP:
- Acadian Peninsula, NB
- Sudbury, ON
- Timmins, ON
- Superior East Region, ON
- St. Pierre Jolys, MB
- Kelowna, BC
For more information on this news, please refer to the following government website.
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As mentioned, IRCC has launched new immigration pilot programs for rural and Francophone communities. The selected communities are currently preparing to release more detailed information, so it’s important to stay informed about any upcoming updates.
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