Overview
The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is a community-driven pathway to Canadian permanent residence designed to support smaller communities across Canada. Participating communities assess candidates based on local labour needs and issue a community recommendation, which is required before applying for PR at the federal stage.
Who this program is for
RNIP may suit you if you:
- Have a genuine job offer from an employer in a participating community
- Meet community-specific eligibility and settlement requirements
- Intend to live and work long-term in that community
Key features
- Community recommendation is mandatory
- Employer and community involvement are central to selection
- Two stages: Community recommendation → Federal PR application
Typical supporting documents (examples)
- Job offer and employer support documents
- Proof of work experience and qualifications
- Language results (where required)
- Proof of funds (if applicable)
- Identity and civil documents
- Community settlement plan (as required)
How we support you
We help confirm community eligibility, organise employer and work evidence, and prepare a complete recommendation and PR-ready submission.