Canada Agri Food Immigration Pilot

Canada’s Agri-Food Immigration Pilot is designed to address labor shortages in the agriculture and food production sector while providing foreign workers with a pathway to permanent residence.

The agriculture and agri-food industry is a major part of Canada’s economy, contributing over $110 billion annually. This program helps sustain and grow this sector by attracting skilled workers.

Eligible Occupations

The following occupations are eligible under the Agri-Food Immigration Pilot:

• Meat Processing:
  • Retail butcher
  • Industrial butcher
  • Food processing laborer
• Harvesting laborers (mushroom and greenhouse production)
• General farm workers (livestock, greenhouse, mushroom production)
• Farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for permanent residence under this pilot, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 12 months full-time, non-seasonal Canadian work experience in an eligible occupation
• Language proficiency of at least CLB 4 in English or French
• Minimum education equivalent to a Canadian high school diploma
• A valid full-time, non-seasonal job offer in Canada (outside Quebec)
• Job must meet or exceed the prevailing wage

Employer Requirements (LMIA)

Eligible employers in the meat processing sector can receive a 2-year Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) under this pilot.

• Employers must provide a plan to support workers in gaining permanent residence
• Unionized employers require a union support letter
• Non-union employers must meet additional worker protection requirements

Program Highlights

• Direct pathway to Canadian Permanent Residence
• High demand in agriculture and food sectors
• Lower language requirement (CLB 4)
• Stable, full-time employment opportunities

Important Note

This pilot program originally accepted applications from May 15, 2020, to May 14, 2023. Availability may depend on updated government policies.

Get Professional Assistance

Manna Salwa Tourism and Migration Service provides full support including eligibility assessment, job search guidance, documentation, and visa processing.

Contact us today to apply for Agri-Food Immigration opportunities in Canada.