Live in Caregivers:

A live-in caregiver is someone who provides care to children, the elderly or the
disabled in a private household without direct supervision. Live in Caregivers live
in the household of the employer.
There are many benefits to immigrate to Canada as a live in caregiver;

  • After working two years as a live-in caregiver, you can apply to become a
    permanent resident of Canada.
  • Nannies are given full benefits by their employer.
  • Live in Caregivers are provided with room and board.
  • Unlike other programs the Live in care giver does not need to prove that
    he or she will go back to the country of origin after the expiry of their
    visa.

If you wish to obtain a live in caregiver certificate please contact us.

Who qualifies to become a nanny;

  • Must apply for a work permit as a live-in caregiver, before entering Canada
  • has successfully completed the equivalent of Canadian secondary
    education;
  • Must have either completed successfully six months of full time classroom
    training or an occupation related to the job in question or have completed
    one year of full time paid employment, including at least six months of
    continuous employment with one employer, in that field or occupation,
    within three years immediately prior to the day on which they submit an
    application for a work permit to a visa office;
  • Must have the ability to speak, read and understand either English or
    French language at a level to communicate effectively in an unsupervised
    situation and
  • Must have a written employment contract with their future employer.  

Note: Medical Professionals such as nurses can also apply as live in caregivers.

To be eligible to become a sponsor you must have the following;

  • Must meet the minimum income requirement (LICO) as stipulated by
    Canadian Regulations
  • Must be able show that your circumstances are such that you require the
    services of a live in care giver.
  • Must be able to provide accommodations for the live in caregiver
  • Must be able to provide a formal written contact between you and the live in
    care giver.

If you have a sponsor/employer in Canada or have completed the necessary
requirements to become a nanny and wish to find an employer please
contact us.