Agri-Food Pilot
What is the Agri-Food Pilot?
The Agri-Food Pilot allows experienced, non-seasonal workers with specific occupations to apply for permanent residence. This program helps address the labour needs of the Canadian agri-food sector in specific industries. IRCC is accepting applications under this program until May 14, 2024.
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Work Experience
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One year (and at least 1560 hours) of full-time, non-seasonal Canadian work experience* within the last 3 years
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Job Offer
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A full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a Canadian employer in one of the eligible industries* and occupations
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Language
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Meet or exceed the language requirements of CLB Level 4 in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
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Education
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A Canadian high school diploma, or
- An educational credential assessment (ECA) report from a designated organization or professional body showing that you completed a foreign credential at the secondary school level or above
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Applicants outside of Canada must prove they have sufficient settlement funds
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Applicants in Canada must maintain valid temporary resident status
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As of February 10, 2024, applicants who reside in Canada may choose to meet either the job offer requirement or the education requirement.
Eligibility and Requirements
*Eligible industries and occupations under the pilot are:
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Meat product manufacturing (NAICS 3116)
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NOC 63201, 65202, 94141, 82030, 84120, 85100, 95106
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Greenhouse, nursery and floriculture production, including mushroom production (NAICS 1114)
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NOC 82030, 84120, 85100, 85101
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Animal production, excluding aquaculture - NAICS 1121, 1122, 1123, 1124 and 1129
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NOC 82030, 84120, 85100, 85101
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