Family class sponsorship applications

As a nanny, au pair, full-time child babysitter or, to use the official title, a Live-in caregiver in Canada, you are protected by provincial employment standards. The program is designed to promote a safe, secure working environment and allows you to change employers and secure a new work visa, or obtain a bridging visa, at any time after you come to Canada.

The overall requirements for a Live-in caregiver visa (general guidelines only):

A minimum of 12 years of schooling
Successful completion of six months full-time training related to this work
or
One year of full-time work as a caregiver, at least six months with one employer
Some ability in English or French
An employment contract as a Live-in caregiver in Canada providing care in a private household for children, the elderly, or a disabled person.

  The Canada Live-in caregiver program allows caregivers to move permanently to Canada after two years of work.

  The Live-in caregiver program provides an excellent opportunity to work in Canada and then stay on a permanent basis.
  If you feel you may qualify, click here to find out more

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