The Canadian government recognizes the importance of rural and Francophone minority communities in the country’s long-term growth. To support these communities, new immigration pilots are being introduced, including the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot. These initiatives aim to address labour shortages, facilitate economic development, and increase the number of French-speaking newcomers settling in Francophone minority communities outside of Quebec. Modeled after the successful Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), these pilots will provide pathways to permanent residence for skilled newcomers who wish to live and work in these smaller communities. The application process for community participation will open in spring, with the pilots expected to launch in the fall of 2024. Overall, these initiatives are intended to attract and retain skilled foreign workers, contributing to the economic and linguistic vitality of rural and Francophone minority communities.
For more information, visit: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.