Agri-Food Pilot: PR for Farm & Food Workers | Canada
Historical program closed to new applications since May 14, 2025. IRCC continues to process only applications received before that date.
Who is this program for
Workers with experience in the Canadian agri-food industry, including butchers, meat processing plant workers, farm workers in greenhouses or mushroom production, and livestock workers.
Main criteria
Process steps
1. Verify industry and occupation eligibility
Confirm your occupation and industry are eligible for the program (meat processing, mushrooms, greenhouses, livestock).
2. Accumulate required Canadian work experience
Work in Canada in an eligible occupation for at least 12 months full-time (or equivalent).
3. Obtain an eligible job offer
Get a full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a Canadian employer in an eligible industry.
4. Take language tests
Obtain a score of at least CLB 4 in an approved language test (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF).
5. Submit permanent residence application
Submit your PR application to IRCC with all required documents.
Typical documents
This list is not exhaustive. Required documents may vary depending on your situation.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ⚠️Occupation or industry not eligible for program
- ⚠️Seasonal job offer (not eligible)
- ⚠️Work experience gained under ineligible temporary foreign worker program
Processing time
Estimated time. May vary based on application volume.
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