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Canada’s New Pathways to Permanent Residency: First Designated Employers Announced for RCIP and FCIP

AdminMay 19

Canada’s New Pathways to Permanent Residency: First Designated Employers Announced for RCIP and FCIP

Published on May 19, 2025
Citus Immigration 

Are you a skilled foreign worker looking to immigrate to Canada? Exciting news! Timmins, Claresholm, and Sault Ste. Marie have unveiled their designated employers under Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). These initiatives provide a direct pathway to Canadian permanent residency for eligible candidates with job offers in designated sectors.

What Are RCIP and FCIP?

RCIP and FCIP are community-driven, employer-based immigration pilots aimed at attracting skilled workers to smaller communities in Canada experiencing labor shortages. These programs focus on matching eligible foreign nationals with employers in priority sectors approved by local economic development organizations.

Key Benefit: If you receive a valid job offer from a designated employer, you may become eligible for permanent residency in Canada.

 Designated Employers in Timmins

Timmins Economic Development Corporation has released its first list of approved employers under both RCIP and FCIP.

✅ RCIP-Approved Employers in Timmins:

  • 360 Boring Services Inc.

  • Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

  • Timmins and District Hospital

  • EV Nickel Inc.

  • YMCA of Northeastern Ontario

  • Toromont Cat
    ...and more.

✅ FCIP-Approved Employer:

  • Fermes Sansoucy Ltée

To qualify, the job offer must be in one of Timmins’ priority occupations for RCIP or FCIP.

Real-Time Use Case – Timmins

Ahmed, a mining engineer from Nigeria, secured an offer from EV Nickel Inc. With three years of relevant experience, he met the work experience and language requirements. Within six months, he moved to Timmins with his family and began working while his PR application was processed. The RCIP fast-tracked his integration into the Canadian workforce.

Claresholm’s RCIP Sectors and Occupations

Located in southern Alberta, Claresholm has outlined five priority sectors under RCIP:

Priority Sectors and Example Occupations:

  1. Agriculture – Farm machinery operators (NOC 84120)

  2. Healthcare – Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 32101), Cooks (NOC 63200)

  3. Law & Education – Early Childhood Educators (NOC 42202), Administrative Officers (NOC 13100)

  4. Manufacturing & Utilities – Carpenters (NOC 72310), Aerospace Engineers (NOC 21390)

  5. Sales & Services – Food Service Supervisors (NOC 62020), Chefs (NOC 62200)

Note: Claresholm has a total allocation of 30 slots for 2025, with 3 applicants approved per month.

Real-Time Use Case – Claresholm

Maria, a licensed practical nurse from the Philippines, received a job offer from a Claresholm care facility. Since healthcare is a priority sector, she qualified under RCIP. Her employer was already designated, and she quickly received her community endorsement and PR invitation.

Sault Ste. Marie’s RCIP Designated Employers

Located in Northern Ontario, Sault Ste. Marie has identified 16 designated employers for 2025, including:

  • Algoma Tubes Inc. (Tenaris Canada)

  • Sault Area Hospital

  • JD Aero Technical Inc.

  • Child Care Algoma

  • Extendicare Mapleview

Key Point:

Sault Ste. Marie has been allocated 300 PR slots for the year 2025 under RCIP.

Priority Sectors:

  • Health

  • Manufacturing & Utilities

  • Education and Social Services

  • Trades and Transport

  • Sales and Service

 Real-Time Use Case – Sault Ste. Marie

Karan, an aircraft mechanic from India, was hired by JD Aero Technical Inc. Thanks to the city’s designation of aerospace as a priority industry, Karan’s application was fast-tracked through RCIP. Today, he not only works full-time but also mentors other new immigrants in the community.

✅ Eligibility Criteria for RCIP and FCIP

To apply through RCIP or FCIP, foreign nationals must:

1. Have a Valid Job Offer:

  • Must be from a designated employer in a priority occupation.

 2. Show Related Work Experience:

  • At least 1 year (1,560 hours) of work experience in the last 3 years.

  • Recent graduates from a local institution may be exempt.

3. Meet Language Proficiency:

  • Based on TEER category of the job's NOC code.

4. Educational Credentials:

  • Canadian high school or post-secondary credential or a verified foreign equivalent.

5. Settlement Funds:

  • Enough funds to support yourself and your family in the community.

Why This Matters: The Future of Rural Immigration in Canada

Canada’s immigration pilots like RCIP and FCIP are transforming small-town economies by bringing in global talent where it’s needed most. These programs help address labor shortages in sectors like healthcare, education, agriculture, manufacturing, and aviation—especially in rural and francophone communities.

Final Thoughts

If you’re an international worker with the right skills and a desire to build a future in Canada, these new designations offer a direct route to permanent residency.

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